Macular Translocation Therapy

Macular translocation therapy is a surgical intervention for wet AMD only, and involves detaching and rotating the retina, such that placement will allow the macula to sit on a new, healthy base. It is not used for dry AMD due to degeneration occurring in the retina’s new position. Eligibility entails central vision loss in both eyes, with one having developed the condition in the preceding 6 months. It has been shown to be effective for some when performed promptly.3

Complications include cataract formation, infection, intraocular bleeding, retinal detachment and/or tears and total vision loss. Since retinal rotation causes tilted or double vision, a second correction surgery for eye muscles is required 2 months after the initial procedure. Both are performed on an outpatient basis.