My Macular and Me

Understanding gene mutations in childhood eye disease

March 07, 2024 Macular Society Episode 24
My Macular and Me
Understanding gene mutations in childhood eye disease
Show Notes

Researcher Roly Megaw, a clinical lecturer and honorary consultant ophthalmologist from the University of Edinburgh and West Lothian joins us for this episode of the podcast.

Roly will be shedding light on the devastating impact of RPGR gene mutations, which can cause macular and cone rod dystrophies. Join us as he unveils discoveries from his joint Macular Society and Retina UK-funded research, aiming improve our understanding of these conditions and find potential treatments.

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