The macula is located in the center of the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye (Figure 13.1). Diabetic maculopathy occurs when retinopathy affects the macula and central visual acuity is threatened.

Where specifically do you find the maculae?

Macula. The macula is the receptor found in the utriculus and saccule, which are located in the bony vestibule. These maculae are on one surface of each of these saclike structures (see Figs.

Where is the macula located in the ear?

The macula of utricle (macula acustica utriculi) is a small (2 by 3 mm) thickening lying horizontally on the floor of the utricle where the epithelium contains vestibular hair cells that allow a person to perceive changes in latitudinal acceleration as well as the effects of gravity; it receives the utricular filaments ...