WOW.com Web Search

Search results

1. Results from the WOW.Com Content Network

2. Macular degeneration - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macular_degeneration

   8.7% global prevalence in 2020 [2] Macular degeneration, also known as age-related macular degeneration (AMD or ARMD), is a medical condition which may result in blurred or no vision in the center of the visual field. [1] Early on there are often no symptoms. [1] Over time, however, some people experience a gradual worsening of vision that may ...

3. Geographic atrophy - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geographic_atrophy

   Geographic atrophy (GA), also known as atrophic age-related macular degeneration (AMD) or advanced dry AMD, is an advanced form of age-related macular degeneration that can result in the progressive and irreversible loss of retinal tissue (photoreceptors, retinal pigment epithelium, choriocapillaris) which can lead to a loss of visual function over time.

4. Age-Related Eye Disease Study - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Age-Related_Eye_Disease_Study

   The Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) was a clinical trial sponsored by the National Eye Institute that ran from 1992 to 2001. [1] The study was designed to: investigate the natural history and risk factors of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts, and. evaluate the effects of high doses of antioxidants and zinc on the ...

5. Maculopathy - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maculopathy

   Age-Related Macular Degeneration is a degenerative maculopathy associated with progressive sight loss. It is characterised by changes in pigmentation in the Retinal Pigment Epithelium, the appearance of drusen on the retina of the eye and choroidal neovascularization. AMD has two forms; 'dry' or atrophic/non-exudative AMD, and 'wet' or ...

6. AMD Alliance International - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/AMD_Alliance_International

   AMD Alliance International is a non-profit coalition of the world’s leading vision, seniors and research organizations working to raise awareness of age-related macular degeneration, understanding of available options for prevention, early detection, treatment, rehabilitation and support services. It is the only international organization in ...

7. Macular scarring - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Macular_scarring

   Macular scarring is formation of the fibrous tissue in place of the normal retinal tissue on the macular area of the retina which provides the sharpest vision in the eyes. It is usually a result of an inflammatory or infectious process.. [1] Some other examples of the etiology include macular pucker (macular detachment), macular hole, and age ...