Macular Degeneration
Age related macular degeneration (ARMD) is the most common cause of blindness in people aged 60 and over in the United Kingdom.
It causes scarring of the macula, the part of the retina (the back of the eye) where images are usually focused.
Normal vision |
Vision with macular degeneration |
There are two main types of ARMD:
'Wet' ARMD
The 'wet' type of ARMD accounts for 10% of all cases. It may be stabilised and improved by either laser treatment (photodynamic therapy) or injections into the eyes (Lucentis, Macugen or Avastin). Mr Moriarty will discuss these treatments if your case is suitable.
'Dry' ARMD
The 'dry' type of ARMD accounts for 90% of all cases. A new treatment, known as IOLVIP (Intra-Ocular Lens for Visually Impaired Persons) has been introduced to improve vision in these patients. This includes the insertion of a specialised telescope into the eye.
- Find out more about the IOLVIP procedure
- View an informative presentation and video about IOLVIP
- Learn more about the new intra-ocular telescope
More information
The following links may be of interest to you:
- Macular Degeneration on StLukesEye.com
- Macular Degeneration on All About Vision
- Macular Degeneration on Wikipedia
Mr Moriarty has a specialist interest in Age Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). To make an appointment with Mr Moriarty, please see the make an appointment page.