What Is Inherited Retinal Conditions?
Inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) are a group of rare genetic conditions that cause progressive vision loss by affecting the photoreceptors or retinal pigment epithelium. The most common include retinitis pigmentosa (RP), Stargardt disease, and cone-rod dystrophy. These conditions typically begin with night blindness or loss of peripheral vision and may progress to significant central vision loss. While historically untreatable, breakthroughs in gene therapy (such as Luxturna for RPE65-related IRDs) offer new hope. Our specialists provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluation, genetic counseling referrals, and access to clinical trials investigating new therapies for these conditions.
Symptoms
- Night blindness
- Progressive loss of peripheral vision
- Difficulty adapting to dim light
- Gradual loss of central vision