Age Related Macular Degeneration C0242383
Deterioration of the central retina leading to blurred or lost central vision. Common in older adults. Various treatments can help slow vision loss.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- H53.9
- ICD-11
- 9A00.0
- Body system
- ophthalmologic
- Severity
- moderate
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Warning signs - seek immediate care
Progressive loss of central vision
Generalized symptoms
(ophthalmologic)Noticeable symptoms that may vary in intensity over time.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Distorted vision (metamorphopsia)
(ophthalmologic)Difficulty with night vision
(ophthalmologic)Photopsia (perception of flashing lights)
(ophthalmologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Anti-VEGF Intravitreal Injections
Vascular endothelial growth factor inhibitor injections administered into the vitreous cavity to inhibit abnormal blood vessel growth and reduce vascular permeability in wet AMD. Treatment requires loading dose series followed by maintenance injections at individualized intervals.
Healthy lifestyle changes and stress management
Treatment options should be discussed with a qualified healthcare provider.
Optical Coherence Tomography Monitoring
Regular OCT imaging to assess fluid status, monitor treatment response, and guide anti-VEGF injection intervals through treat-and-extend or as-needed protocols tailored to individual disease activity.
Additional treatment options
Photodynamic Therapy
Intravenous administration of verteporfin followed by targeted laser activation to selectively occlude choroidal neovascularization while minimizing damage to overlying retina. Reserved for specific subretinal neovascular membrane patterns.
procedureLaser Photocoagulation
Thermal laser application to ablate extrafoveal choroidal neovascular membranes in select cases of wet AMD where lesions are sufficiently distant from the fovea to allow treatment without significant scotoma creation.
surgicalLow Vision Rehabilitation Services
Comprehensive low vision evaluation with provision of magnification devices, lighting modifications, and adaptive techniques to maximize remaining vision and maintain independence in daily activities despite central vision loss.
complementaryWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Wong WL, Mitchell P, Chew EY. Age-Related Macular Degeneration Preferred Practice Pattern Guidelines. Ophthalmology. 2023;130(5):452-471.
Lim HT, Chakravarthy U, Harding SP. Emerging treatments for neovascular age-related macular degeneration. Eye. 2021;35(8):2131-2144.
Rosenfeld PJ, Brown DM, Heier JS. Ranibizumab for neovascular age-related macular degeneration: VIEW 1 and VIEW 2 trials. N Engl J Med. 2011;364(20):1897-1908.
Diabetic Retinopathy Clinical Research Network. Intravitreal aflibercept for macular edema with good visual acuity: a randomized clinical trial. JAMA Ophthalmol. 2019;137(9):1007-1015.
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