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

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

From BBC ● Dec. 16, 2024

Later, a nurse with nicotine stains on her fingernails, tells my parents I have developed retinopathy of prematurity, an eye condition caused by all that one-hundo oxygen.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 30, 2024

Of about 700 eye exams conducted during the past year at Espinoza’s clinics, nearly one-quarter detected retinopathy, and patients were referred to a specialist for further care.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 5, 2024

Micro- and macrovascular complications of diabetes can include, for example, retinopathy, nephropathy and neuropathy, as well as cardiovascular diseases.

From Science Daily ● Apr. 4, 2024

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