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

Example Sentences

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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

To screen for diabetic retinopathy health professionals take pictures of the rear interior wall of the eye, known as the fundus.

From BBC • Dec. 16, 2024

Since RUNX1 is active in other diseases, the researchers also hope to apply their mRNA system and RUNX1-Trap therapy to treat other retinal conditions like wet age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy.

From Science Daily • Nov. 27, 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

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