What is vitreomacular pulling syndrome?

Vitreomacular traction syndrome is a group of ocular disorders caused by incomplete posterior vitreous detachment and anterior-posterior tugging motion of the retina in the macular region. The mechanism of vitreomacular pulling syndrome is based on incomplete posterior vitreous detachment, and the persistent adhesion of the posterior vitreous cortex to the macular retina cannot be released. Prolonged and persistent pulling of the posterior vitreous cortex on the macular retina may result in macular edema, macular tear, macular cleavage, retinal detachment in the macular area, and subretinal fluid, causing vision loss and visual distortion. Vitreomacular pulling syndrome occurs most often in the elderly and is more common in women. When vitreous macular syndrome is diagnosed, it should be treated actively as prescribed by the doctor to avoid further deterioration of the condition.