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Eye Care (Expert Forum)
Can the macular hole reopen?
Answered by
Michael J Kutryb, MD - Ophthalmology, Cataract Surgery, glaucoma, Laser Vision Correct
Kutryb Eye Institute - Titusville
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Can the macular hole reopen?
by jan17, Nov 15, 2008 12:44PM
I have had several visits to the Retina Specialist after macular hole surgery in Feb. and each time I was told the hole was closed but a recent visit had a different twist as the Dr. stated she wasn't sure if the hole was still closed because there were some changes. How can this happen and what type of test should I request for verification of the hole closure?
Doctor's Answer
by Michael J Kutryb, MD, Nov 15, 2008 05:52PM
, Nov 15, 2008 05:52PM
Have the doctor show you the old and new OCT scans and explain to you exactly what is going on. It should be clearly visible to everyone on the scan.
MJK MD
MJK MD
Member Comments (3)
by jan17, Nov 15, 2008 08:15PM
To: Dr. Michael Kutryb
Unfortunately, we don't have access to an OCT scan in this area. We travel 6 hours to the clinic that performed the surgery, which is also well equipped with all the updated eye equipment. Is there another test that could be done?
by jan17, Nov 16, 2008 04:59PM
To: Dr. Michael Kutryb
Please respond to the above question.
