Mitochondrial Abnormalities in Patients with Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma

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Authors

Khaled K. Abu‐Amero · Wellcome Centre for Mitochondrial Research

José Morales · Glaucoma Research Foundation

Abstract

These results reveal a spectrum of mitochondrial abnormalities in patients with POAG, implicating oxidative stress and implying that mitochondria dysfunction may be a risk factor for POAG. This concept may open up new experimental and therapeutic opportunities.

Topics & Keywords

Glaucoma and retinal disorders Mitochondrial Function and Pathology Retinal Development and Disorders

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science

Volume 47, Issue 6, pp. 2533-2533

DOI: 10.1167/iovs.05-1639

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