Glossary
The terms of ophthalmology explained simply.
C
Cataract
Progressive clouding of the lens, the natural lens of the eye, which leads to a decrease in vision. Common with age, it is corrected by surgery that replaces the lens with an implant.
Cornée
Transparent membrane located at the front of the eye. It protects the inside of the eye and contributes to the focusing of light on the retina.
D
DMLA, age-related macular degeneration
Macular disease, the central area of the retina, which impairs central vision. It mainly affects people over 50 and presents itself in a dry form and a wet form.
G
Glaucoma
Optic nerve disease, often linked to too high pressure inside the eye, which can gradually reduce the field of vision. Regular screening makes it possible to manage the condition early.
I
Intravitreal injection
Administration of a medication directly into the vitreous, inside the eye. It is used, among other things, to treat wet AMD and certain retinal diseases.
O
OCT, optical coherence tomography
Fast and painless imaging examination that provides a detailed view of the retina to detect and monitor many eye diseases.
R
Retine
Fine membrane that covers the bottom of the eye. It captures light and transforms it into a signal that is transmitted to the brain via the optic nerve.
Diabetic retinopathy
Damage to the retinal vessels caused by diabetes. Regular ophthalmological follow-up is essential to prevent complications.