Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD) Overview

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What is the definition of Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)?
Adult-onset vitelliform macular dystrophy (AVMD) is an eye disorder that can cause progressive vision loss. AVMD affects an area of the retina called the macula, which is responsible for sharp central vision. The condition causes a fatty yellow pigment to accumulate in cells underlying the macula, eventually damaging the cells. Some people remain without symptoms throughout their life. Other people with AVMD may slowly develop blurred and/or distorted vision, that can progress to central vision loss over time. In the past, AVMD was believed to be mainly a genetic disorder caused by genetic changes in the PRPH2, BEST1, IMPG1, and IMPG2 genes; however, recent studies focused on genetic testing suggest that the genetic cause for most cases of AVMD has not been found. Sometimes AVMD clearly runs in families in an autosomal dominant manner, but the inheritance is suspected to be more complicated in the majority of cases.
What are the alternative names for Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD)?
  • Adult-onset vitelliform macular dystrophy
  • AVMD
  • Adult-onset foveomacular vitelliform dystrophy
  • Foveomacular dystrophy, adult-onset, with choroidal neovascularization
  • Foveomacular dystrophy, adult-onset; AOFMD
  • Macular dystrophy, vitelliform, adult-onset
  • Vitelliform macular dystrophy, adult-onset
Who are the top Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD) Local Doctors?
Dr. Amit Tandon
Ophthalmology
Dr. Amit Tandon
Ophthalmology

Osu Eye Physicians And Surgeons, LLC

915 Olentangy River Rd, Fl 5, 
Columbus, OH 
 8.1 mi
Accepting New Patients
Languages Spoken English

Amit Tandon is an Ophthalmologist in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Tandon and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD). His top areas of expertise are Cataract, Dry Eye Syndrome, Allergic Conjunctivitis, and Microphthalmia Syndromic 9. Dr. Tandon is currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Matthew P. Ohr
Ophthalmology
Dr. Matthew P. Ohr
Ophthalmology

Osu Eye Physicians And Surgeons, LLC

915 Olentangy River Rd, Fl 5, 
Columbus, OH 
 8.1 mi
Accepting New Patients
Languages Spoken English

Matthew Ohr is an Ophthalmologist in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Ohr and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD). His top areas of expertise are Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Vitrectomy, and Cataract Removal. Dr. Ohr is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Dr. Chirag C. Patel
Ophthalmology
Dr. Chirag C. Patel
Ophthalmology

Retina Group Inc

262 Neil Ave, Suite 220, 
Columbus, OH 
 7.8 mi
Accepting New Patients
Languages Spoken English

Chirag Patel is an Ophthalmologist in Columbus, Ohio. Dr. Patel and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD). His top areas of expertise are Eales Disease, Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD), Late-Onset Retinal Degeneration, Endophthalmitis, and Vitrectomy. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

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What are the latest Adult-Onset Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (AVMD) Clinical Trials?
National Ophthalmic Genotyping and Phenotyping Network, Stage 3 - Expansion of DNA and Data Repositories for Rare Inherited Ophthalmic Diseases
National Ophthalmic Genotyping and Phenotyping Network, Stage 3 - Expansion of DNA and Data Repositories for Rare Inherited Ophthalmic Diseases
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: December 03, 2024

Background: The eyeGENE (Registered Trademark) program is a research resource for inherited eye conditions which includes genotypic and phenotypic data, imaging, and a corresponding biobank of DNA samples from people with a variety of eye diseases. Since 2007 this registry has been helping researchers learn more about the genetic sources for many inherited eye diseases. These findings helped them create bette...

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Natural History Study in Retinitis Pigmentosa Caused by Mutations in the BEST1 Gene
Natural History Study in Retinitis Pigmentosa Caused by Mutations in the BEST1 Gene
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: April 12, 2024
Intervention Type: Other

Summary: The purpose of this study is to establish the natural history of of participants with BESTROPHIN 1 Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy. The blinding disorder Best Vitelliform Macular Dystrophy (VMD) is caused by any one of more than 250 different mutations in the BEST1 gene. As new treatments are developed, a clear understanding of the natural history of disease progression of BEST1 VMD is necessary. Th...

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center