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Pigmented macular pucker.

H Laqua

    American Journal of Ophthalmology
    |July 1, 1978
    PubMed
    Summary
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    A darkly pigmented preretinal membrane was observed in a 66-year-old woman, associated with a retinal hole. These membranes can form from retinal pigment epithelium cells or pigmented macrophages, with retinal holes not always required.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Retinal Diseases
    • Cell Biology

    Background:

    • Preretinal membranes can affect vision and are associated with various ocular conditions.
    • Understanding the cellular origins of these membranes is crucial for diagnosis and treatment.

    Observation:

    • A 66-year-old female patient presented with a darkly pigmented preretinal membrane.
    • A round retinal hole, approximately one disk diameter in size, was noted in the fundus periphery with adjacent pigmentation.

    Findings:

    • Pigmented preretinal membranes can originate from retinal pigment epithelium cells migrating through retinal tears.
    • Alternatively, membranes can form from unpigmented cells (e.g., glial cells) that accumulate pigment and macrophages.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights the varied origins of pigmented preretinal membranes.
    • The presence of a retinal hole is not a prerequisite for all types of preretinal membrane formation, such as glial membranes.