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What is the treatment for ERM in a 59-year-old?

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My mother is 59-years-old. Her height 5'2 and weight is 145.5 pounds. She has ERM in eyes, and so, she is not able to see correctly. She has done the OCT test twice this year. ERM is observed in both eyes. ILM RPE central subfield thickness is 387. Cube volume is 12.1. Cube average thickness is 338. Kindly help.
Answered by Dr. Prashant Koranmath

Education:

MS Ophthalmology

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Dr. Prashant Koranmath is a Physician and Consultant Ophthalmologist with 11 years of clinical experience. He completed his MD in General Medicine from Lugansk State Medical University (LSMU), Ukraine, and MS in Ophthalmology from BLDE University, Bijapur, Karnataka. He is an expert in treating all types of eye problems.

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She has problem in macular region in which there is decreased vision mostly central vision. Epiretinal membrane has thickened on the retina. Most cases improve on medication. Of vision is degrading. It has to be surgically corrected by doing vitrectomy intraretinal membrane peeling, where the inner gelly like substance is removed and the thickened membrane on retina which is causing problem is peeled off. The vision improves gradually.

The Probable causes

Aging.

Investigations to be done

Amsler grid, Oct (optical coherence tomography), FA (Fluorescein angiography).

Differential diagnosis

Macular hope, macular oedema, parafoveal telengiectasia.

Probable diagnosis

Macular pucker.

Treatment plan

Vitrectomy and ILM (intraretinal membrane) peeling.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Nithila. A
Published At September 17, 2019
Reviewed At July 21, 2023

Education:

MS Ophthalmology

Professional Bio:

Dr. Prashant Koranmath is a Physician and Consultant Ophthalmologist with 11 years of clinical experience. He completed his MD in General Medicine from Lugansk State Medical University (LSMU), Ukraine, and MS in Ophthalmology from BLDE University, Bijapur, Karnataka. He is an expert in treating all types of eye problems.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Nithila A is a Dental Surgeon specializing in providing comprehensive oral healthcare. She focuses on preventive care, routine dental treatments, and patient education to maintain optimal oral health. Known for her compassionate and patient-centered approach, she ensures comfortable and effective dental care tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

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Ophthalmology (Eye Care)

Education:

MS Ophthalmology

Professional Bio:

Dr. Prashant Koranmath is a Physician and Consultant Ophthalmologist with 11 years of clinical experience. He completed his MD in General Medicine from Lugansk State Medical University (LSMU), Ukraine, and MS in Ophthalmology from BLDE University, Bijapur, Karnataka. He is an expert in treating all types of eye problems.

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