Epiretinal membrane in Monterrey
A thin layer that wrinkles the retina and distorts vision. Many are only monitored; when they affect your sight, they are removed with surgery.
Evaluations in San Pedro Garza García (Río de la Plata 113, Col. Del Valle), minutes from Monterrey.
What is an epiretinal membrane?
An epiretinal membrane is a thin layer of tissue, like a cellophane film, that forms over the macula, the central part of the retina. As it contracts, it wrinkles the retina and causes blurry and distorted vision.
It most often appears with age. It can also occur after eye surgery, inflammation (uveitis), diabetes or retinal tears. It is confirmed with retinal imaging (OCT).
How does a person with an epiretinal membrane see?
Drag the line: on the left, normal vision; on the right, how it looks with an epiretinal membrane.
Symptoms
Many membranes are mild and cause no symptoms; they are found during a routine exam.
Blurry vision
In one eye.
Wavy lines
Straight lines look distorted.
Different sizes
Objects look a different size with each eye.
Difficulty reading
Small print.
When and how is it operated?
Monitoring
Mild membranes are only monitored with exams and OCT.
When to operate
Surgery is recommended when vision drops or distortion affects your daily activities.
Vitrectomy with peeling
The membrane is carefully removed so the retina can recover its shape.
Together with cataract
If you also have cataract, both surgeries can be done in the same procedure.
Watch the video
Cirugía de catarata y pelado de membrana epirretinianaVideos in Spanish.
Why Dr. Alan Treviño?
As an ophthalmologist and retina specialist, Dr. Alan Treviño Herrera personally diagnoses and treats retinal diseases, from the evaluation and tests to treatment and follow-up. Consultations are available in English.
- Board-certified by the Mexican Board of Ophthalmology (No. 4209).
- Fellowship in Medical and Surgical Retina at LV Prasad Eye Institute (India).
- Fellowship in Ocular Inflammatory Diseases and Uveitis (APEC, UNAM).
- Clinical rotation in Cornea and Retina at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (University of Miami).
- Member of Mexico's National System of Researchers.
Frequently asked questions
Does every epiretinal membrane need surgery?
No. Many are mild and only monitored. Surgery is recommended when vision drops or distortion affects your daily activities.
Will my vision improve after surgery?
Most patients notice better vision and less distortion. Recovery is gradual, over weeks to months.
Can it be operated together with cataract surgery?
Yes. If you also have cataract, cataract surgery and membrane peeling can be done in the same procedure.
How much does epiretinal membrane surgery cost?
It depends on the surgical technique, whether it is combined with cataract surgery and the materials used. At your evaluation we review your tests and give you a personalized quote. We also guide you if you have private health insurance.
Where does the retina specialist see patients in Monterrey and San Pedro?
Evaluations are at the Centro Interamericano de Alta Especialidad en Oftalmología, Río de la Plata 113, Col. Del Valle, San Pedro Garza García, N.L. Monday to Thursday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm and Saturday 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. On Fridays we see patients at Punto Visión in Sabinas Hidalgo.
We accept private health insurance
Coverage depends on your policy. We guide you and help with the paperwork.
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San Pedro Garza García
Centro Interamericano de Alta Especialidad en Oftalmología
Río de la Plata 113, Col. Del Valle,
66220 San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León, Mexico.
Monday to Thursday: 9 am to 6 pm
Saturday: 9 am to 2 pm
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Punto Visión · Porfirio Díaz 507, Downtown,
65200 Sabinas Hidalgo, Nuevo León, Mexico.
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