Scientists in Canada have won a major battle in the fight against dry AMD. They have identified the deficient receptor that causes the dry AMD. They found that a deficiency of the CD36 receptor prevents the evacuation of oxidized lipids in the eye. Those oxidized lipids in turn accumulate and attack the layers beneath and over the retina - thereby causing vision loss.
"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," added Dr. Huy Ong from the University of Montreal.
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