Could Infectious Agents Play a Role in the Onset of Age-related Macular Degeneration? A Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT:

Topic

This scoping review aims to summarize the current state of knowledge on the potential involvement of infections in age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Clinical relevance

Age-related macular degeneration is a multifactorial disease and the leading cause of vision loss among older adults in developed countries. Clarifying whether certain infections participate in its onset or progression seems essential, given the potential implications for treatment and prevention.

Methods

Using the PubMed database, we searched for articles in English, published until June 1, 2023, whose title and/or abstract contained terms related to AMD and infections. All types of study design, infectious agents, AMD diagnostic methods, and AMD stages were considered. Articles dealing wit

SUBMITTER: Larsen PP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11791433 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar-Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature