Update on the role of genetics in the onset of age-related macular degeneration

Peter James Francis, Michael L KleinMacular Degeneration Center, Casey Eye Institute, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR, USAAbstract: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), akin to other common age-related diseases, has a complex pathogenesis and arises from the interplay of genes,...

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Main Authors: Francis PJ, Klein ML
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Dove Medical Press 2011-08-01
Series:Clinical Ophthalmology
Online Access:http://www.dovepress.com/update-on-the-role-of-genetics-in-the-onset-of-age-related-macular-deg-a8075