MONTREAL, February 2008 — Researchers in Montreal have identified an underlying cause of the "dry" form of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a discovery that could lead to development of new therapies.
Sainte-Justine Hospital and Universite de Montreal scientists said they now have a better understanding of processes that cause accumulations of lipids (fats) in the inner back of the eye (retina), which can lead to eye damage associated with macular degeneration.
"This discovery brings us one step closer to treating dry AMD, which could significantly improve the quality of life of seniors who are most affected by this eye disease," said Universite de Montreal professor and study co-author Huy Ong, PhD.
Study results were published in the February issue of the medical journal PLoS Medicine.
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