Macular Hole: Precision Repair for Central Vision Loss
A Macular Hole is a tiny fissure in the macula—the part of the Retina that provides sharp, detailed vision. It tends to induce blurring, distortion, or a central blind spot that interferes with such activities as reading or identifying faces.
Our Retina experts at Dada Laser Eye Institute (DLEI) diagnose and treat macular holes with state-of-the-art Retinal Imaging and Surgical skill to restore functional vision.
Causes of Macular Hole
- Age-related degeneration
- Vitreomacular traction
- Eye trauma
- Severe myopia
- Diabetic retinal disease
Diagnosis
The gold standard for identifying and assessing macular holes is Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT). It gives cross-sectional views of the Retina in high resolution.
Treatment: Vitrectomy
Pars Plana vitrectomy is the most effective treatment. In this Microsurgery:
- The vitreous gel is cut out
- A gas bubble is placed to flatten the macula
- The hole closes slowly as the retina heals
Recovery
- Face-down positioning is required post-surgery for a few days
- Vision usually resolves over weeks to months
At DLEI, we employ 23G, 25G, and 27G machines for Minimally Invasive vitrectomy for quicker recovery and less discomfort. Our highly skilled Surgeons provide precise treatment depending on the severity and extent of the macular hole.
With prompt treatment and meticulous surgical care, DLEI restores central vision and improves quality of life in those suffering from macular holes.