What is it?
As the vitreous separates with age, a small area can stay attached at the macula and tug on it. It can progress to a macular hole.
OCT is the key test and is repeated every few months while watching.
Symptoms
- Distorted or wavy lines
- Blurred central vision
- Objects look smaller or larger
Risk factors and causes
- Age
- High myopia
- Diabetes
Book a retina check within a few weeks; sooner if vision drops suddenly.
Call +91 98306 66650How it is diagnosed
- OCT scan
Treatment options
Observation
Many release spontaneously.
Vitrectomy
For persistent symptoms or a developing hole.
Vitreomacular traction (VMT) cost in Kolkata
OCT costs ₹1,000 with us; vitrectomy starts from ₹22,000–25,000.
| Treatment / test | Our price | Typical Kolkata range |
|---|---|---|
| OCT scan (retina / macula)per scan | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 |
| Vitrectomyper eye | from ₹22,000 – ₹25,000 | ₹40,000 – ₹1,20,000 |
Our prices are the hospital's published prices. Kolkata ranges are indicative 2026 ranges across private eye hospitals in the city. Your final cost depends on the eye, the medicine, and the gas, oil or lens used, and is given to you in writing before any procedure.
Cashless and government schemes
Retina specialists for vitreomacular traction (vmt)
Dr. Subhajit Das
MBBS, DO, MS (Ophthalmology), FICO, FMRF
25+ years in medical and surgical retina, 7,500+ retinal procedures, vitreo-retina fellowship at Sankara Nethralaya (FMRF), ZEISS trained.
- Retinal detachment surgery
- Vitrectomy
- Scleral buckle
- Anti-VEGF injections
Dr. Bishwanath Dutta Chowdhury
MBBS, DO, DNB, VR Fellowship
Fellowship-trained retina surgeon at Madhyamgram for retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.
- Retina & vitreous surgery
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular degeneration
- Uveitis
Dr. Sayantan Ghosh
MS (Ophthalmology), DNB (Ophthalmology)
Vitreo-retina surgeon with a special interest in diabetic retinopathy; 12 years in ophthalmology; 4.5★ from 101 Google reviews.
- Vitreo-retina surgery
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Retinal detachment
- Anti-VEGF injections
Dr. Subijoy Sinha
MBBS, MD
Retina and vitreous specialist for diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration and medical retina at Madhyamgram.
- Medical retina
- Retina & vitreous
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular degeneration
Dr. Swarup Pathak
MBBS, MS
Retina and vitreous specialist at Madhyamgram, also seeing uveitis, neuro-ophthalmology and squint.
- Medical retina
- Retina & vitreous
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular degeneration
Frequently asked questions
Can VMT go away on its own?
Yes, in a good number of eyes within months.
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Written by the retina team at Spectra Eye Hospital. Last updated 22 October 2026. This page explains common situations and is not a substitute for an eye examination.