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Retinal detachment surgery in Pentagram Eye Hospital and Medical Center

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About the clinic

Retinal detachment surgery at Pentagram Eye Hospital and Medical Center in Sofia, Bulgaria, is performed as an emergency vitrectomy to save vision. The procedure is led by Dr. Vesselin Daskalov, who brings over 35 years of experience in ophthalmology to every case. This ISO 9001:2015 certified facility was recently named Hospital of the Year 2025 for its commitment to high-quality care.

Advanced Vitrectomy Technique

Surgeons at the clinic use a minimally invasive vitrectomy method to repair the retina. The doctor makes three small incisions in the white part of the eye. These micro-incisions are so small that they do not require stitches. During the surgery, the doctor removes the vitreous body and treats any retinal tears with a laser. The operation typically takes about one hour to complete.

To keep the retina in place, the surgeon fills the eye with gas or silicone oil. Gas is the most common choice because it dissolves naturally in 2–6 weeks. This means most patients do not need a second surgery to remove the filling material. The procedure is usually done under local anesthesia, though general anesthesia is available if needed.

Experienced Surgical Team

The ophthalmology department is managed by a team of highly skilled specialists who focus on eye microsurgery.

  • Dr. Vesselin Daskalov serves as the Medical Director and Chief Surgeon with over 35 years of experience.
  • Dr. Ralitsa Kermedchieva leads the Ophthalmology Department and oversees patient care protocols.
  • Dr. Risto Trajkovski specializes in eye microsurgery and precise retinal treatments.

Recovery and Aftercare

Patients are discharged on the same day as their surgery. Recovery is generally quick and not painful. For several weeks, you will need to use eye drops to help the eye heal. Your doctor will also ask you to maintain a specific head posture, such as sitting or lying with your head tilted. This posture helps the gas bubble press the retina into the correct position.

Follow-up appointments are scheduled for the first day, one week, and three weeks after surgery. Most patients can return to their usual activities after 10 days if no complications occur. The clinic focuses on innovation and was recognized with the Innovation and Good Practices Award in 2024. If you have symptoms of a detached retina, you can request a consultation through Bookimed to arrange urgent care.

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2012 Year of foundation
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ISO 9001:2015 Quality management systems certificate for Pentagram Eye Hospital and Medical Center
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Pentagram Eye Hospital and Medical Center: more details about the clinic

Bulgaria, Sofia
Pentagram Eye Hospital and Medical Center is a Sofia-based healthcare facility founded in 2012, known for combining specialized ophthalmology with accessible diagnostics across multiple departments. At the core of the hospital is the Eye Diseases Center, equipped for precise diagnosis and treatment of cataracts, glaucoma, and diseases of the retina, vitreous body, and cornea, as well as eyelid conditions and dry eye. Refractive patients can also receive laser correction for hyperopia, myopia, and astigmatism. The clinic’s daily practice highlights key areas including cataract, refractive laser correction, glaucoma, eyelid disorders, retinal and vitreous diseases, corneal diseases, “dry eye” syndrome, and keratoplasty. Beyond ophthalmology, Pentagram offers Obstetrics and Gynecology with preventive examinations and early cervical cancer screening, along with microbiological diagnostics and colposcopy. The Obstetrics and Gynecology office also includes breast ultrasound and specialized ultrasound diagnostics of pregnancy, with a dedicated focus on pregnancy monitoring packages. Endocrinology services cover preventive examinations, hormonal testing and interpretation, ultrasound diagnostics of glands, conservative treatment of endocrine diseases, and ongoing monitoring. Cardiology consultations are supported by examinations that include echocardiography, and other cardiac diagnostics for cardiovascular disease assessment. The clinic also provides Neurology diagnostics and treatment for central and peripheral nervous system disorders, addressing headaches and migraines, stroke, neuralgia, peripheral neuropathies, sleep disorders, Parkinsonian syndromes, and related conditions. For ENT, the clinic states modern diagnostics and treatment for ENT-related conditions in adults and children, including common adult ENT problems such as sinusitis and rhinitis (including allergic rhinitis), as well as ear conditions including acute and chronic otitis. For diagnostics, Pentagram’s clinical laboratory is presented as the foundation for early and precise diagnosis, treatment monitoring, assessing recovery, and translating lab results into clinical decisions. The laboratory is accredited with the highest rating by the Ministry of Health and is part of the Bulgarian National System for External Laboratory Control. The lab works with referrals from NHIF (excluding Saturdays and Sundays), private health insurance funds, corporate clients under preventive programs, and fee-paying patients. Pentagram highlights quality and safety initiatives through ISO 9001:2015 certification and awards recognizing medical quality and innovation, including “Hospital of the Year” for 2025 and an innovation and good practices award for 2024. Leadership includes Dr. Vesselin Daskalov as Director, with 38 years of ophthalmology experience, and the clinic’s team profile also includes additional administrative and nursing roles supporting day-to-day care. With 9 employees, the clinic positions itself as a focused, multi-department facility where patients can receive coordinated diagnostics and consultations without moving between providers. International patients are also supported through the clinic’s stated international operation and by offering services that include both outpatient diagnostics and procedures described within each department’s care pathways.
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g.k. Banishora, Dimitar Petkov St 11, 1309 Sofia, Bulgaria

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Fahad Mawlood
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updated 9/4/2026

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