The Amsler grid tests the condition of the center of the retina or "macula". It is a good test for screening for the development of "wet" macular degeneration in patients with "dry" macular ...

Scientists at USC are launching a new trial to test a tiny stem cell implant that could restore vision in people with ...

Age-related macular degeneration is a leading cause of blindness and affects over 196 million people worldwide. Despite its prevalence, very little is known about the causes or mechanisms of this ...

Medindia now offers a very innovative and first of its kind solution for you to undertake online optic tests. This highly useful section would also provide you an insight into the basics of eye care ...

(National) February 6, 2006 - Many don't realize they have age-related macular degeneration until the damage is already done to their sight. But a new test may detect early signs of the sight-robbing ...

Among patients with glaucoma, diffuse rather than focal glaucomatous macular damage was associated with diminished facial recognition and contrast sensitivity, according to results of a cohort study ...