The retina is critical to vision, and its disorders pose significant challenges. Retinal diseases, including diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, and inherited dystrophies, require advanced diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. Optical coherence tomography and fundus autofluorescence enable detailed retinal imaging, facilitating early intervention. Anti-VEGF therapies have transformed the management of macular edema and neovascularization, preserving vision in many patients. Gene therapies for conditions like Leber congenital amaurosis show promise, with ongoing trials exploring broader applications. Surgical techniques, such as vitrectomy, address complex cases like epiretinal membranes. Multidisciplinary collaboration ensures comprehensive care, integrating systemic disease management. These advancements underscore the importance of continued research to improve outcomes for patients with retinal pathologies.







Title : Lenadogene nolparvovec gene therapy in leber hereditary optic neuropathy
Magali Taiel, GenSight Biologics, France
Title : Stereotactic radiotherapy for wet age-related macular degeneration: year 4 results of a randomised, double-masked, sham-controlled trial
Tim Jackson, King’s College London, United Kingdom