CME
Cystoid Macular Edema
Plain-language definition
Macular swelling with a characteristic cyst-like pattern, often after eye surgery or with inflammation.
Where this term comes up
“Helps prevent cystoid macular edema (CME)”
Medication · Prolensa (Bromfenac 0.07%)
“Prevention of cystoid macular edema (CME) when prescribed by the surgeon; this is an off-label use in the U.S.”
Medication · Ilevro (Nepafenac 0.3%)
“When it leaks, fluid can distort the retinal layers and form small pockets called cystoid spaces, or cystoid macular edema (CME).”
Condition · Macular Edema
- Category
- Condition, finding, or disease process
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- No alternate forms listed.
Pathology terms describe diseases, tissue changes, exam findings, or complications that can affect vision or eye comfort.
Related glossary terms
- cystoid
Cyst-Like
- macula
Central Retina
- cornea
Clear Front Window
- prostaglandin
Glaucoma Pressure-Lowering Drop
- hemorrhage
Bleeding
- ischemia
Reduced Blood Supply
A note on medical context
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