April 10, 2024Rare Diseases
Leber’s Optic Atrophy (LOA) is a rare genetic disorder affecting the optic nerve, leading to progressive vision loss.It was first described by Theodore Leber in the 19th century and is characterized by the degeneration of retinal ganglion cells and optic nerve fibers. Types –• Classic Leber’s Hereditary Optic Neuropathy (LHON):LHON typically affects young adults, predominantly […]