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retinopathy

/rɛtɪnəˈpæθi/ noun · British & US
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What does retinopathy mean?

noun

A disease of the retina, often caused by diabetes, that can lead to blindness. It is characterized by damage to the blood vessels in the retina.

Example

"The doctor diagnosed the patient with diabetic retinopathy, which required immediate treatment."

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