Macular Edema

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Is a:

Disease or Syndrome

Definition:

Fluid accumulation in the outer layer of the macula lutea that results from intraocular or systemic insults. It may develop in a diffuse pattern where the macula appears thickened or it may acquire the characteristic petaloid appearance referred to as cystoid macular edema. Although macular edema may be associated with various underlying conditions, it is most commonly seen following intraocular surgery, venous occlusive disease, diabetic retinopathy, and posterior segment inflammatory disease. (From Survey of Ophthalmology 2004; 49(5) 470-90) Fluid accumulation in the outer layer of the macula lutea at the center of the retina in a petaloid pattern where cystic spaces are formed and may lead to macular depressions or holes.

Synonyms:

Central Retinal Edema, Cystoid
Cystoid Macular Edema
Cystoid Macular Edema, Postoperative
Edema, Cystoid Macular
Edema, Macular
Irvine Gass Syndrome
Irvine-Gass Syndrome
Macular Edema, Cystoid
Syndrome, Irvine-Gass

Broader Topics:

Macular Degeneration

Narrower Topics:

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