Scleral buckling is a procedure used to treat retinal detachment by placing a silicone band around the eye to gently push the retina back into its proper position. The procedure is typically performed when other methods, such as laser therapy or cryotherapy, are not sufficient to reattach the retina.

During the surgery, the surgeon places the silicone band on the sclera (the white part of the eye) and secures it with small sutures. The band helps to reduce the pressure that is pulling on the retina, allowing it to reattach to the underlying tissue.

Scleral buckling is highly effective in reattaching the retina, preventing further vision loss, and is commonly used in cases of retinal detachment caused by trauma or other retinal conditions.