How serious is cystoid macular edema?
Cystoid macular edema (CME) is a devastating complication for patients, especially those with premium IOLs, because CME often results in vision loss. Studies have shown that 12% of patients may have retinal thickening following uncomplicated cataract surgery.
What causes cystoid macular Oedema?
Although the exact cause of CME is not known, it may accompany a variety of diseases such as retinal vein occlusion, uveitis, or diabetes. It most commonly occurs after cataract surgery.
What is macular edema OS?
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.
Can cystoid macular edema be cured?
Up to 3 injections may be required to cure the cystoid macular edema. Treatment with injections is successful in 80% to 90% of patients. If the cystoid macular edema is not cured using the injections behind the eye, injections of steroid medications and/or Avastin into the eye itself may be performed.
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 is the best treatment for CME?
Medications for CME include oral nonsteroidal medicines, such as ibuprofen and indomethacin, and the corticosteroid prednisone. Topical nonsteroidal medications such as ketorolac, nepafenac and bromfenac have also been successful.
Does macular edema go away?
Rarely, macular edema will go away on its own. However, if you have symptoms of macular edema, it’s important that you see an ophthalmologist right away. If left untreated, macular edema can cause severe vision loss and even blindness.
Is cystoid macular edema the same as macular edema?
Sometimes the macula becomes swollen with fluid. When any tissue of the body becomes swollen with fluid, the condition is called edema. When this happens to the macula, the edema fluid typically combines in cyst-like patterns; this condition is called cystoid macular edema.
How long does cystoid macular edema last?
The macular edema may take up to a month to approximately four months to go away.