A macular hole is when an opening forms in the middle of the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. It can lead to people having a blurry or black spot in the center of their vision. The ...

A macular hole may progress through four stages, each with different features. An early stage hole may resolve without treatment, while a later stage hole typically requires surgery. The macula is a ...

The composition of vitreous is 98% water and 2% structural macromolecules. Early in embryonic development, the molecular constituents of vitreous form a clear, gel-like structure that is adherent to ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Myopic macular holes often do not respond well to conventional approaches. Secondary techniques are needed to ...

Human stem cell transplants successfully repaired macular holes in a monkey model, researchers report. After transplantation, the macular holes were closed by continuous filling of the space with ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Previous unsuccessful topical therapy does not affect outcomes in patients who undergo surgical macular hole ...