Macular pucker
Macular Pucker
Macular Pucker (pronunciation: mack-yoo-lar puh-ker), also known as Epiretinal Membrane or Cellophane Maculopathy, is a condition that affects the eye's macula, causing distorted and blurred vision.
Etymology
The term "Macular Pucker" is derived from the Latin word "macula", meaning "spot", and the English word "pucker", which refers to the wrinkling of the macula.
Definition
Macular Pucker is a condition where a thin, transparent layer of fibrous tissue forms over the macula. This tissue can contract, causing the macula to wrinkle or pucker, hence the name. The macula is the part of the retina responsible for sharp, central vision.
Symptoms
Symptoms of Macular Pucker include blurred or distorted central vision, difficulty in reading or performing tasks that require detailed vision, and seeing straight lines as wavy.
Causes
The exact cause of Macular Pucker is unknown. However, it is often associated with posterior vitreous detachment, retinal detachment, retinal tears, and inflammation of the eye.
Treatment
Treatment for Macular Pucker includes vitrectomy, a surgical procedure where the vitreous gel that fills the eye is removed to prevent it from pulling on the retina and replaced with a salt solution.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Macular pucker
- Wikipedia's article - Macular pucker
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