Vitreomacular Traction - VMT - What Is It?

A retinal surgeon explains the conditions of vitreomacular traction, VMT and vitreomacular adhesion, VMA. What is VMT and how and why does it happen? Does this condition affect vision and does it need surgery? FURTHER RESOURCES Moorfields Guide to Eye Conditions: https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/eye-con... Informtion and support from the RNIB: https://www.rnib.org.uk/ Macular Society: https://www.macularsociety.org/ ************************************************************************ Connect through: Website: www.anikina-eyes.co.uk YouTube: / eyesurgeontalks​ LinkedIn: / evgenia-anikina ************************************************************************** Disclaimer: This video is intended as an educational resource only. The information within this video or on this channel isn't intended to replace professional input. If you are having medical issues, please consult a medical provider. No professional relationship with the content creator is established through watching this video. Ms Anikina cannot give any individual medical advice. All information should be verified for accuracy by the individual watching. Ms Anikina accepts no responsibility for individual understanding or interpretation of the presented information, although it is always accurate to the best of her knowledge at the time of the video being published. This video has a primary educational purpose. Images are used in accordance with fair use guidelines. Legal information: Content provided via YouTube is for general information purposes ONLY. Information videos are not produced to provide individualised medical advice. Medical education videos on Eye Surgeon Talks are not a substitute for professional professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. NEVER ignore professional medical advice because of something you have heard here. ALWAYS consult your doctor regarding any concerns about your condition or treatment.