Research progress of optical coherence tomography and optical coherence tomography angiography in the prediction of postoperative visual acuity in patients with idiopathic epiretinal membrane
10.3980/j.issn.1672-5123.2024.5.14
- VernacularTitle:OCT和OCTA在特发性黄斑前膜术后视力预测中的研究进展
- Author:
Na LI
1
;
Hongxia LIAO
1
;
Bo QIN
1
Author Information
1. Aier School of Ophthalmology, Central South University, Changsha 410000, Hunan Province, China
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
idiopathic epiretinal membrane;
optical coherence tomography(OCT);
optical coherence tomography angiography(OCTA);
postoperative visual acuity
- From:
International Eye Science
2024;24(5):737-742
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Idiopathic epiretinal membrane(IERM)is a kind of epiretinal membrane without any other known ocular conditions, which occurs mostly in the middle-aged and elderly people over the age of 50. As IERM worsens, the structure and function of the retina in the macular region are altered, leading to symptoms like reduced vision and metamorphopsia. The pathogenesis of IERM remains unclear, and surgery is the primary treatment option. However, there is no consensus on the best time to have surgery, and there are differences in how well patients recover their vision following surgery. Optical coherence tomography(OCT)and OCT angiography(OCTA), as non-invasive and rapid diagnostic tools to observe retinal microstructure and blood flow changes in the macula, have been extensively utilized in clinical settings. The use of OCT and OCTA parameters to predict postoperative visual acuity has emerged as a hot topic in IERM research. This article provides a comprehensive review of current research on the correlation between various OCT and OCTA parameters and the prediction of postoperative visual acuity in IERM, aiming to assist clinicians in determining the optimal timing for surgery and balancing the benefits and risks involved.
