Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4028453 | Ophthalmology | 2008 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
By focusing on the location of initial GA appearance and then retrospectively analyzing prior photographs, we were able to identify specific precursor lesions and the most common sequence of events leading to GA formation in eyes with AMD. The progression was usually characterized by large drusen formation and development of hyperpigmentation, followed by regression of drusen, appearance of hypopigmentation, and ultimately development of GA, sometimes preceded by the appearance of refractile deposits.
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Authors
Michael L. MD, Frederick L. MD, Jane Armstrong, Thomas S. MD, Emily Y. MD, Susan B. MD, Suresh R. MD, AREDS Research Group AREDS Research Group,