An epiretinal membrane is a thin sheet of fibrous tissue that forms on the surface of the macula. It can cause vision distortion and blurring. Surgical removal is highly successful when vision is significantly affected.
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Book ConsultationDiagnosis involves assessing the severity of the membrane and its impact on your vision.
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) creates a detailed cross-section of the retina, showing the membrane's thickness and pull on the macula.
Testing your central vision and checking for distortion using an Amsler grid.
Many people have no symptoms, but when present, they may include:
Treatment is only necessary if the membrane is affecting your vision significantly.
If symptoms are mild, regular monitoring with OCT scans may be sufficient.
Surgical removal of the membrane (membrane peel) to relieve traction and improve vision.
Recovery from surgery is generally straightforward.
Vision improves gradually over several months.
Eye drops are used for a few weeks to prevent infection and inflammation.
Most patients experience significant improvement in vision and distortion.