| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8516146 | Medical Hypotheses | 2017 | 27 Pages |
Abstract
Age-related macular disease (AMD) and diabetic retinopathy (DR) are prevalent diseases. Vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) related retinal neovascularization is a common feature in both. Consequently, both pathologies are treated with anti-VEGF therapy. We have previously reported a lower incidence of AMD in patients with DR compared to controls. The present study hypothesizes that DR in stages in which the concentration of intravitreal VEGF is increased, might have a protective role for both the onset and development of AMD.
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Authors
Mario Saravia, Luis Zeman, Mariana Ingolotti, Ariel Schlaen,