Glossary

Macular degeneration

Macular degeneration

Makuladegeneration·Also: AMD

Macular degeneration is a disease of the central retina that occurs mainly in older age. It leads to a progressive loss of sharp, central vision, while peripheral vision is usually preserved.

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