Eye Conditions Related to Optic Nerve and Blood Vessel Growth

These flashcards cover key eye conditions related to the optic nerve and blood vessel growth as discussed in the lecture.

What does ROP stand for in terms of eye conditions?

Retinopathy of Prematurity.

What condition does RP refer to?

Retinitis Pigmentosa.

What eye condition is characterized by the degeneration of the retina and is commonly associated with aging?

Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD).

What condition involves abnormal blood vessel growth in the retina?

Diabetic Retinopathy (DR).

What does Rb stand for in the context of eye conditions?

Retinoblastoma.

Which eye condition specifically affects the optic nerve?

Optic Nerve Head conditions (ONH/SOD).

What is the significance of the term ' OA RETINA'?

It refers to various conditions affecting the retina.

What is an associated condition often found in premature infants?

Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP).

What visual impairment is linked to Stargardt disease?

It primarily affects the macula and leads to vision loss.

Which eye condition causes progressive vision loss due to damage to the retina from blood vessel growth?

Diabetic Retinopathy (DR).