Macula
Central part of the retina. Composed uniquely of cone cells and enables precise vision.
glossary
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Macula, macula lutea
The central portion of the retina that is responsible for central vision. An insult to the macula can cause loss of central vision and a significant decrease in visual acuity.
Macular oedema
The accumulation of fluid within the central area of the retina. This may occur as a complication of intraocular surgery, as a response to uveitis or as a complication of other retinal conditions such as diabetic retinopathy.