Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York

The macula is the very small area in the back of the retina that is responsible for providing sharpness and clarity in our vision. This detailed vision is necessary for daily tasks such as reading, driving, and watching television. A jelly-like substance called the vitreous fills the central portion of the eye.

It is composed of 99% water, some chemicals to create the gel, and long protein fibers. As we age the vitreous begins to shrink. The jelly starts to break down and the protein fibers start to aggregate. In most people the vitreous eventually separates from the retina in a process called posterior vitreous detachment.

In some people the vitreous may remain adherent to the central portion of the macula and pulling by the vitreous can cause bad things to happen to the macula. Chronic pulling, or traction, on the macula can cause the macula to become distorted or stretched. In some people the force of the traction exceeds the mechanical strength of the macula and a hole can form.

Read more: https://www.vrmny.com/conditions/macular-hole/

For more information about the Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York, our doctors, or to schedule a consultation with Dr. Richard F. Spaide, please contact our ophthalmology practice by number: 212-234-3367.

Vitreous Retina Macula Consultants of New York

110 Lafayette St, Suite 502

New York, NY 10013

212-234-3367

212-861-9797

Fax: 212-628-0698

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Nearby Locations:

Lower Manhattan, Little Italy, Chinatown, Civic Center, Tribeca, SoHo

10002, 10007, 10012, 10013

Working Hours:

Monday-Friday: 8am - 5pm

Payment: cash, check, credit cards.