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By Ms Guzaliya Safiullina
11.11.22
Ophthalmologist
Macular hole: A break in the central vision
The macula is the structure in the central part of the retina that controls frontal vision, allowing us to see in detail and in colour. When a circular opening develops in the macula, this is called a macular hole. Ms Guzaliya Safiullina, leading consultant ophthalmic surgeon, explains more.