What causes cystoid macular Oedema?

Cystoid macular edema (CME) represents a common pathologic sequel of the retina and occurs in a variety of pathological conditions such as intraocular inflammation, central or branch retinal vein occlusion, diabetic retinopathy and most commonly following cataract extraction.

What is the treatment for cystoid macular Oedema?

It is important to identify the underlying cause of the cystoid macular edema. The best treatment may vary based on any related condition. Depending on the underlying condition, treatment options may include topical therapy, or periocular or intraocular injections. Successful treatment of the edema may take time.

What to know about macular edema?

Macular edema is the build-up of fluid in the macula, an area in the center of the retina. The retina is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye and the macula is the part of the retina responsible for sharp, straight-ahead vision. Fluid buildup causes the macula to swell and thicken, which distorts vision .

What is the cause of oedema?

Oedema (also spelled edema) is swelling caused when fluid leaks out of the body’s capillaries. (The capillaries are the body’s smallest blood vessels.) The fluid builds up and gets trapped in the tissues around the leaking blood vessels. This causes swelling.

What does macular edema mean?

macular edema – an eye disease caused by a swelling of the macula resulting from leakage and accumulation of fluid. eye disease – any disease of the eye.

How do doctors diagnose diabetic macular edema?

Diabetic macular edema can be diagnosed through the same comprehensive eye examination that detected your diabetic retinopathy. What you can expect: Visual acuity measurements to evaluate your central vision. If you haven’t done so at home already, your doctor may have you look at the Amsler grid.