maculopathy
Macula Disease
Plain-language definition
Any disease or dysfunction of the macula. Includes diabetic maculopathy, toxic maculopathy, and age-related maculopathy.
Where this term comes up
“An epiretinal membrane (ERM), also called a macular pucker or cellophane maculopathy, is a thin layer of fibrous scar tissue that forms on the surface of the macula.”
Condition · Epiretinal Membrane
“This case report describes a rare presentation of Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD) in an adult male who developed right fourth nerve palsy and acute maculopathy with sub-macular edema in the left eye.”
Publication · Hand Foot Mouth Disease Causing Fourth Nerve Palsy and Acute Maculopathy in Adult Male Patient
“Radiation maculopathy”
Treatment · Intravitreal Injection
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Pathology terms describe diseases, tissue changes, exam findings, or complications that can affect vision or eye comfort.
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A note on medical context
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