Lutein-Loaded, Biotin-Decorated Polymeric Nanoparticles Enhance Lutein Uptake in Retinal Cells
Age related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of visual loss and is responsible for approximately 9% of global blindness. It is a progressive eye disorder seen in elderly people (>65 years) mainly affecting the macula. Lutein, a carotenoid, is an antioxidant, and has shown n...
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MDPI AG
2020-08-01
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Series: | Pharmaceutics |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4923/12/9/798 |