retinopathy

American

[ret-n-op-uh-thee] / ˌrɛt nˈɒp ə θi /

noun

Ophthalmology.

any diseased condition of the retina, especially one that is noninflammatory.

retinopathy British

/ ˌrɛtɪˈnɒpəθɪ /

noun

any of various noninflammatory diseases of the retina which may have serious effects on vision

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Etymology

Origin of retinopathy

First recorded in 1930–35; retin(a) + -o- + -pathy

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Perfuse’s lead drug candidate is an experimental treatment for glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy currently being tested in mid-stage clinical trials, Bayer said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 6, 2026

Google Health researchers have been examining the weaknesses of an AI system they developed to detect diabetic retinopathy.

From BBC ● Dec. 16, 2024

Diabetic retinopathy develops in fairly clear stages, which means that AI can be trained to pick it up.

From BBC ● Dec. 16, 2024

AI is quickly being integrated into healthcare, including programs that diagnose diabetic retinopathy, analyze mammograms and connect patients with nurses remotely.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 17, 2024

Many ocular diseases cause abnormalities in a person's ERG signals, including glaucoma, retinitis pigmentosa, and diabetic retinopathy.

From Science Daily ● May 13, 2024

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