Vitreomacular traction (VMT) syndrome is a disorder of the vitreo-retinal interface characterized by: (i) an incomplete posterior vitreous detachment (PVD), (ii) an abnormally strong adherence …

The resulting condition is called vitreomacular traction (VMT) syndrome. VMT syndrome can lead to different maculopathies or disorders in the macular area (at the center of the retina), such …

Aug 27, 2024 · Vitreomacular traction (VMT) occurs when vitreous in the aging eye doesn’t detach completely from the macula. VMT can cause vision loss if left untreated.

Oct 15, 2011 · VMT syndrome leads to decreased vision, metamorphopsia, microsia and/or photopsia. Macular traction secondary to the incomplete PVD creates distortion and/or retinal …

Research has shown that stripping of the posterior hyaloid face to relieve VMT resulted in an improvement of visual acuity from 20/63 to 20/36 three months after the operation . Other …

VMT was characterized for each patient as broad (> 400 µm) or focal (< 400 µm) based on horizontal OCT scans. Classification and Parameters. VMT was classified by the degree of …

This Clinical Management Guideline outlines the aetiology, signs and symptoms and evidence-based management options for diagnosing PVD, VMA, VMT and macular hole. It provides …

Jan 20, 2025 · Vitreomacular traction (VMT) is characterised by abnormal adhesion of the posterior cortical vitreous with the macula causing distortion of the foveal contour and …

VMT syndrome is most common in older adults and women due to age-related vitreous changes and vitreous liquefaction associated with declining post-menopausal estrogen levels, …

What is Vitreomacular Traction (VMT)? The macula is a small area in the centre of the retina where light is sharply focused to produce the detailed colour vision needed for tasks such as …