Hi Doctor O,
I love that you really try to say something of value when you answer these questions. Just know we all appreciate that !
I did not know that Macular thickness did not necessarily mean there is residual edema.
NEW QUESTION:
Is it important to know if the remaining thickness is due to edema in regards to it potentially causing future problems to the retina photoreceptors, etc?
I haven't been able to find any articles on this. I would GREATLY appreciate any light you can shed on this issue, as I'm sure residual macular thickness also happens to many others post surgery.
Thanks !!!!
Macular thickness after ERM peel does not mean there is residual edema. The macula can remain abnormally thick and still have good vision. You should evaluate visual potential with a PAM or RAM test and consider cataract surgery.
Dr. O.