Macular Edema

Fluid accumulation in the outer layer of the MACULA LUTEA that results from intraocular or systemic insults. It may develop in a diffuse pattern where the macula appears thickened or it may acquire the characteristic petaloid appearance referred to as cystoid macular edema. Although macular edema may be associated with various underlying conditions, it is most commonly seen following intraocular surgery, venous occlusive disease, DIABETIC RETINOPATHY, and posterior segment inflammatory disease. (From Survey of Ophthalmology 2004; 49(5) 470-90)

Also Known As:

Cystoid Macular Dystrophy; Cystoid Macular Edema, Postoperative; Irvine-Gass Syndrome; Macular Dystrophy, Dominant Cystoid; Edema, Cystoid Macular; Edema, Macular; Irvine Gass Syndrome; Syndrome, Irvine-Gass; Central Retinal Edema, Cystoid; Cystoid Macular Edema; Macular Edema, Cystoid

Eye Diseases: 3620
- Retinal Diseases: 3134
  - Retinal Degeneration: 4173
    - Macular Degeneration: 15937
      - Macular Edema: 8323

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