What is the leading cause of blindness?

The leading cause of blindness for Americans sixty-five and older is macular degeneration, says Mark Blumenkranz, MD, an ophthalmologist. For yonger patients, the main cause of blindness is diabetic retinopathy. Learn more in this video.

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An overview of early-stage and late-stage diabetic retinopathy, with a look at diabetic macular edema.