Results of Macular Hole Surgery

Posted by Doreen on August 18, 1999 at 16:01:09
I am 62 years old.  I had surgery for a detached retina in June '98 and for a macular hole (spontaneous, not MD)in the same eye three months later.  I still have some distortion and, since the second week after the vitrectomy for the macular hole, I see an irregular-shaped grey spot to the left and below center of where I am looking.
The surgeon said the grey spot was "probably debris from the hole" and would dissipate in time.  It has not.  Also said the distortion would lessen with time.  It has not.  I am unable to find a similar experience.
Thank you for your interest and help.

Posted by hfhs md - ni on August 19, 1999 at 11:11:39
It is uncommon, but sometimes after vitrectomy for macular holes, there can be a visual field defect or grey area in the vision.  This can be measured with a visual field machine and may be permanent.  If your symptoms do not improve, consider getting a visual field test.
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