Opthalmology

Unit 7: Gradual Loss of Vision

2: Age-related Macula Degeneration (AMD)

Signs

Dry AMD

  • Drusen
  • Mottled appearing macula (Hyper and Hypo pigmentation )
  • Marked central atrophy in advanced disease

Wet AMD

  • Grey/green lesion consisting of new blood vessels (choroidal neovacularization )
  • Yellow exudates
  • Retinal haemorrhage

Wet and dry AMD both typically have reduced visual acuity

All patients require dilated fundus examination by an Ophthalmologist

Wet AMD with haemorrhage from neovascularization

Wet AMD with haemorrhage from neovascularization

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