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Cells Retinal Glial Fibrous Membrane Process Scar Formed

Front What is the process by which a retinal scar is formed?
Back ● For example: after PRP ● Laser demarcation is produced by glial cells (Muller cells and fibrous astrocytes) ● The internal limiting membrane and Bruch’s membrane provide plans for glial scarring ● RPE cells undergo fibrous metaplasia giving rise to dense black clumps seen in retinal scars

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