Posterior Segment
Epiretinal Membrane
Also known as: epiretinal membrane, ERM, macular pucker, cellophane maculopathy, retinal traction, metamorphopsia
Clinical decision support only
OptoGuide™ supports professional judgement and does not diagnose or replace clinician responsibility.
Overview
Epiretinal membrane is a vitreomacular interface disorder that can cause macular distortion, retinal thickening, and metamorphopsia. Many cases are monitored; symptomatic, progressive, or visually significant cases require retinal referral.
What OptoGuide™ covers for epiretinal membrane
- Recognition patterns: symptoms, signs, and differentiators
- Don't-miss risks and escalation triggers
- Management tiers with linked Australian therapeutics
- Referral urgency, specialty, and letter drafting