Choroidal neovascularization

Therapeutic area
Ophthalmology
Rare disease
No

Definition
An eye disorder described by the growth of new blood vessels that originate from the choroid through a break in the Bruch membrane into the sub–retinal pigment epithelium (sub-RPE) or subretinal space. Choroidal neovascularization (CNV) is a major cause of visual loss.
Genetic basis
No
Non-human condition
No
Rare disease
No
Listing at source
Listed
Condition name
Choroidal neovascularization
Alternative names
  • choroidal neovascularization
Therapeutic area
Ophthalmology

All therapeutic areas
  • Ophthalmology
Severity
Severe

MONDO ID
Parent condition
MONDO:0005328

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