Vision and distortion testing
Vision is measured and each eye is assessed for central distortion.
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Epiretinal Membrane
Assessment and microsurgical care for a fine membrane over the macula.
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Epiretinal membrane
Understanding the condition
Clear information for confident decisions.
An epiretinal membrane can wrinkle the retinal surface and distort central vision.
01ConditionFine tissue over the macula
02Visual effectDistortion and reduced central detail
03Key testOCT macular scan
04TreatmentMonitoring or vitrectomy with membrane peel
Symptoms
What you may notice.
Symptoms vary between people, and some conditions cause no early warning. A specialist examination is needed for an accurate diagnosis.
01
Straight lines appearing bent or wrinkled
02
Blurred central vision
03
Difficulty reading fine print
04
Images appearing different in size between the eyes
05
Double or ghosted vision in one eye
Causes and risk factors
What may increase your risk.
Having a risk factor does not confirm the condition. Your history and examination are considered together.
01Age-related vitreous separation
02Previous retinal tear, detachment or surgery
03Retinal vascular disease or inflammation
04Diabetic retinal disease
Assessment01 02 03 04
How it is diagnosed.
Dilated macular examination
The retinal surface is examined for membrane, traction and related disease.
OCT scan
Cross-sectional images show the membrane and its effect on the macular layers.
Comparison over time
Previous scans and symptoms help determine whether the condition is stable or progressing.
Aftercare
Recovery and follow-up.
01
Use prescribed drops and attend postoperative reviews.
02
Blur and mild discomfort can occur early; improvement is usually gradual.
03
Follow advice about activity, eye protection and any gas-bubble restrictions.
04
Report increasing pain, redness or sudden worsening of vision promptly.
Common questions
Answers with clarity.
These answers are general. Your own care plan may differ after examination.
01Does every membrane require surgery?+
No. Surgery is considered when symptoms and OCT findings justify the potential benefit and risk.
02Will distortion disappear completely?+
It often improves, but the final result depends on duration, severity and retinal health.
03Can the membrane return?+
Recurrence is uncommon but possible, so follow-up remains important.
04Is cataract relevant to surgery?+
Vitrectomy can accelerate cataract in an eye with its natural lens; this is discussed during planning.