The macula is a tiny area in the retina that produces the sharp central vision required for everyday activities such as reading and driving.
Macular holes affect the central part of the retina.
Recently surgical techniques have been developed to restore vision in some eyes with macular holes. Macular holes are due to loss of tissue in the very center of vision resulting from a round, blank area in the vision. The formation of Macular holes typically occurs over a short period of time- several weeks or months. However, surgery can be useful in some patients even with longstanding Macular holes to help restore central vision.