Traction detachment of retina, bilateral

This code signifies a retinal detachment caused by vitreoretinal traction affecting both eyes. It describes a condition where the retina is pulled away from its underlying supportive tissue due to abnormal pulling forces from the vitreous humor. This can lead to significant vision loss if not treated.

Apply this code when documentation clearly indicates a tractional retinal detachment present in both the right and left eyes. This diagnosis is typically supported by ophthalmological examination findings such as fundoscopy, optical coherence tomography (OCT), or B-scan ultrasonography confirming vitreoretinal traction as the etiology of the detachment.

• Ensure documentation specifies "bilateral" involvement; otherwise, use the appropriate unilateral code.
• Distinguish from rhegmatogenous retinal detachment (H33.0-) which involves a retinal break.
• Code any underlying conditions causing the traction (e.g., diabetic retinopathy, proliferative vitreoretinopathy) as additional diagnoses.