Macular Pucker
Macular Pucker (Epiretinal Membrane)
A macular pucker occurs when scar tissue has formed over the macula, which is the central portion of the retina.
Symptoms of the macular pucker are similar to the macular hole, and include blurry vision and changes in how straight lines are viewed. Straight lines can often begin to appear wavy. There may also be a gray spot when viewing an object straight ahead. In severe cases, it can become difficult to complete daily tasks that require a high attention to detail.
Usually there is no treatment required. However, in severe cases, the treatment for macular pucker includes a vitrectomy to remove the vitreous gel. A salt solution is used as a replacement for the vitreous gel. In addition, scar tissue that is causing the macular pucker is also removed.
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