Posterior Segment
Macular Hole
Also known as: macular hole, full-thickness macular hole, FTMH, foveal hole, central scotoma, metamorphopsia
Clinical decision support only
OptoGuide™ supports professional judgement and does not diagnose or replace clinician responsibility.
Overview
Macular hole is a foveal structural defect, commonly presenting with central blur, distortion, or a central scotoma. OCT is the key investigation. Optometry role is recognition, OCT staging where available, fellow-eye risk awareness, and referral to retinal specialist care.
What OptoGuide™ covers for macular hole
- 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