Central vision impairment caused by stargardt’s or macular dystrophy, an untreatable disorder that becomes worse over time, has been known for its difficult management for years. Stem cell therapy has presented itself as a revolutionary treatment methodology. Based on stem cells’ potential for regeneration, it is possible to fix at least some of the impaired […]
Selecting the right treatment choice with stem cells means having an insight into the various options and then having to select among them. Below is a guide to enable you to make the right decision. This guide will take you through all the information that you need to opt for stem cell therapy to treat
Stargardt’s or macular dystrophy is a group of diseases which affect the central vision and are worsened as time passes by, which in turn affects the daily life of people with the condition. Though conventional therapies have offered some form of remedy, these measures only offer a partial approach towards the causes of impaired vision.
Like any other stem cell treatment, it is essential to understand the strategies of follow-up after stargardt’s or macular dystrophy treatment to monitor progress, side effects and outcomes. This period is very crucial in determining the effectiveness of the treatment you are receiving. Schedule Regular Check-Ups Out-patient follow-up appointments with your ophthalmologist or specialist are
Stem cell therapy is among the recently developed forms of treatment for a progressive eye disease called stargardt’s or macular dystrophy causing the deterioration of central vision. This therapy is focused on the regeneration of the destroyed retinal cells with a view to correcting the problem of impaired vision. As a patient, making sense of
Stargardt’s or macular dystrophy leads to the deterioration of the macula. Conventional interventions such as pharmacotherapy and the use of low-vision devices have only provided paltry relief and therefore emphasize the need for improved treatments. This is the reason why there is so much hope and expectations from stem cell therapy. Combined with proteolytic enzyme
Regenerative medicine regarding stem cells has a great potential for stargardt’s or macular dystrophy which is a slowly degenerative disease of the retina. This new treatment plan entails an attempt to replace the diseased retinal cells with stem cells, in order to obtain sight again. Because this is not a simple and widely used therapy,
Retinitis pigmentosa also known as RP is an inherited disease that affects the retina and causes gradual and permanent loss of vision. In Oman where advancement in the delivery of health care services is gradually improving, stem cell therapy has been realized as a potential way of treating Retinitis Pigmentosa in Oman. Deciding between stem
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Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a group of hereditary diseases that affect the retina and photoreceptors that cause progressive constriction of the visual fields and ultimate blindness. In the past, there has not been much that could be done to cure RP since most therapies focused on treating its symptoms. RP treatment, however, has no cure
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Retinitis pigmentosa, a kind of retinal degenerative disorder, is seen to be a progressive pathogenic process on the aspect of photoreceptor cells making the vision deteriorate progressively and end up in absolute blindness. Over the years, the management of RP has involved a multifaceted approach right from the correct diagnosis of the disease to an
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