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Radiotherapy for neovascular age-related macular degeneration.

Author: ChongV, EvansJ R, OckrimZ, SivagnanavelV

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Overview

The review found no strong evidence that external beam radiotherapy is an effective treatment for neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Further trials are warranted, particularly comparing radiotherapy to photodynamic therapy.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
BACKGROUND: Radiotherapy has been proposed as a treatment to prevent new vessel growth in people with neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD). OBJECTIVES: The aim of this review was to examine the effects of radiotherapy on neovascular AMD. SEARCH STRATEGY: We searched the Cochrane Cent...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1002/14651858.CD004004.pub2

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Radiotherapy for Neovascular Age-Related Macular Degeneration: A Shifting Landscape in the Desert of Eye Health

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss, a condition that can feel like a desert encroaching on the landscape of our vision. This study delves into the use of radiotherapy as a treatment for neovascular AMD, a form of the disease characterized by abnormal blood vessel growth in the eye.

The researchers reviewed eleven randomized controlled trials that examined the effects of radiotherapy on neovascular AMD. The results were like a shifting sand dune, showing inconsistent findings across different studies. While some trials indicated potential benefits, others did not, leaving the effectiveness of radiotherapy in question.

Navigating the Shifting Sands: The Uncertain Future of Radiotherapy for AMD

This review highlights the need for further research to determine the true effectiveness of radiotherapy for neovascular AMD. It's like trying to navigate a shifting desert landscape – more exploration is needed to find clear and reliable pathways.

A Need for Further Exploration

The findings of this review emphasize the need for more rigorous research to evaluate the role of radiotherapy in treating neovascular AMD. It's an important reminder that the desert of eye health is filled with complexities, and further exploration is needed to find effective solutions.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This review highlights the complexities of treating neovascular AMD, leaving the effectiveness of radiotherapy in question. It emphasizes the need for further research to navigate the shifting sands of this challenging condition and find effective treatment options.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2005-03-23
  2. Date Revised 2018-12-21
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

15495075

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1002/14651858.CD004004.pub2

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