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Progressive retinal atrophy — (PRA) is a group of genetic diseases seen in certain breeds of dogs and, more rarely, cats. It is characterized by the bilateral degeneration of the retina, causing progressive vision loss culminating in blindness. The condition in nearly all… … Wikipedia
Retinal dysplasia — is an eye disease affecting the retina of animals and, less commonly, humans. It is usually a nonprogressive disease and can be caused by viral infections, drugs, vitamin A deficiency, or genetic defects. Retinal dysplasia is characterized by… … Wikipedia
Retinal degeneration — The term Retinal degeneration may refer to:* One of several eye diseases or eye disorders in humans * Progressive retinal atrophy, an eye disease in dogsee also*List of human eye diseases and disorders *List of human systemic diseases with ocular … Wikipedia
Progressive Retinaatrophie — Bei der progressiven Retinaatrophie (PRA) handelt es sich um ein langsam fortschreitendes Absterben der Netzhaut von Hunden und – weniger häufig – Katzen.[1] Es handelt sich hierbei um eine erbliche, progressive (stufenweise fortschreitende) und… … Deutsch Wikipedia
Sudden acquired retinal degeneration — (SARD) is a disease in dogs causing sudden blindness. It can occur in any breed, but female dogs may be predisposed. [cite journal |author=Cullen C, Grahn B |title=Diagnostic ophthalmology. Acute prechiasmal blindness due to sudden acquired… … Wikipedia
Atrophy — Wasting away or diminution. Muscle atrophy is wasting of muscle, decrease in muscle mass. A nerve can also show atrophy. For example, atrophy of the optic nerve diminishes vision. * * * A wasting of tissues, organs, or the entire body, as from… … Medical dictionary
Chronic progressive external ophthalmoplegia — Classification and external resources ICD 10 H49.4 ICD 9 378.72 … Wikipedia
Olivopontocerebellar atrophy — Classification and external resources Sagittal section through right cerebellar hemisphere. The right olive has also been cut sagitally. ICD 10 G … Wikipedia
List of dog diseases — This list of dog diseases is a continuously updated selection of diseases and other conditions found in the dog. Some of these diseases are unique to dogs or closely related species, while others are found in other animals, including humans. Not… … Wikipedia
Retinitis pigmentosa — DiseaseDisorder infobox Name = Retinitis pigmentosa ICD10 = ICD10|H|35|5|h|30 ICD9 = ICD9|362.74 OMIM = 268000 MeshID = D012174Retinitis pigmentosa (RP) is a group of genetic eye conditions. In the progression of symptoms for RP, night blindness… … Wikipedia
