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Genetics of the retina.
Handbook of clinical neurology - 1 Jan 2026
Zaydon Yasmine, Ahmed Fabiha, Tsang Stephen
Abstract excerpt
The retina is a vital component of the visual system, converting light into neural signals processed by the brain. Its structure includes photoreceptors, bipolar cells, and ganglion cells, each contributing to vision. Genetics play a critical role in retinal development and health, with mutations in over 270 genes linked to inherited retinal diseases, such as retinitis pigmentosa (RP), age-related macular...
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