Macular pucker occurs when scar tissue forms over the macula, wrinkling or puckering the underlying macula. The main symptom you may experience with a macular pucker is that straight lines look wavy. You may also notice that you cannot focus perfectly even when wearing your glasses.

How long does it take to clear vision after vitrectomy?

It may take around two-four weeks or even more to get a clear vision after the vitrectomy procedure. The clarity of the vision after the procedure may be affected by the following factors: The eye drops used to dilate eyes during surgery may also cause blurry vision.

Can wavy vision be corrected?

Since metamorphopsia is a symptom of a retina or macular problem, treating the underlying disorder should improve the distorted vision. For example, if you have wet AMD, your doctor may recommend laser surgery to stop or slow blood leaking from faulty vessels in your retina.