macular degeneration

American

noun

Ophthalmology.

degeneration of the central portion of the retina, resulting in a loss of sharp vision.

macular degeneration British

noun

pathological changes in the macula lutea, resulting in loss of central vision: a common cause of blindness in the elderly

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macular degeneration Scientific

/ măk′yə-lər /

A progressive condition, usually seen in the elderly, characterized by a gradual loss of vision in the central area of the visual field and eventual blindness.

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Understanding the system may also help researchers investigate how pressure, inflammation, and fluid movement interact in conditions such as glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration.

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Kodiak Sciences plans to file for regulatory approval of one drug candidate, Zenkuda, following its success in a trial for wet age-related macular degeneration.

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He said he never thought he would be able to drive again after his eyesight deteriorated due to macular degeneration.

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The findings could also help guide research into eye diseases including macular degeneration and glaucoma.

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What I didn't mention is that as a result of macular degeneration in both eyes, she is now blind.

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