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Abstract #54876 Published in IGR 15-3

A case for neuroprotection in ophthalmology: developments in translational research

Payne AJ; Kaja S; Sabates NR; Koulen P
Missouri medicine 2013; 110: 429-436


Cellular aging occurs by the lifelong accumulation of oxidative damage leading to neuronal apoptosis, termed 'neurodegeneration', and the functional deficits of aging. Loss of visual function is one of the most important quality of life measures for older adults. We discuss recent clinical and laboratory advances in the neuroprotective treatment of the aging eye with particular emphasis on the three major ocular neurodegenerative conditions: glaucoma, age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and diabetic retinopathy (DR).

Department of Ophthalmology, University of Missouri, Kansas City School of Medicine, USA.


Classification:

11.8 Neuroprotection (Part of: 11 Medical treatment)



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