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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 central vision over time.
In advanced stages of AMD, atrophy of the RPE (geographic atrophy) and/or development of new blood vessels (neovascularization) result in the death of photoreceptors and central vision loss. [citation needed] In the dry (nonexudative) form, drusen accumulates between the retina and the choroid, causing atrophy and scarring to the retina. In the ...
[8] [9] [11] In February 2023, the indication was updated to include the treatment of people with geographic atrophy secondary to age-related macular degeneration. [ 10 ] [ 20 ] The medication is given through a subcutaneous infusion for paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria and through intravitreal injection for age-related macular degeneration.
I became sick with a rare disease called granulomatosis with polyangiitis at the age of 14, and from that point on, much of my life involved hearing what I couldn’t do. That’s because when the ...
Bosch–Boonstra–Schaaf optic atrophy syndrome is a rare autosomally inherited condition characterised by developmental delay, intellectual disability and decreased visual acuity. [ 2 ] [ 3 ] [ 4 ] Presentation
While the disease isn’t directly life-threatening when it’s well-managed, people with this condition have a 43 percent higher risk of death from vascular problems, 60 percent higher risk of ...
CAPOS syndrome is a rare genetic neurological disorder which is characterized by abnormalities of the feet, eyes and brain which affect their normal function. These symptoms occur episodically when a fever-related infection is present within the body.
In a year in which it seemed every great luminary got a moment under the documentary lens, it can be a bit difficult to parse out which were must-see. This list will have you covered.