Retinopathy

Retinopathy is a medical term used to describe damage or disease affecting the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye.

There are several types of retinopathy, with the most common being diabetic retinopathy, which occurs as a complication of diabetes. Other forms include hypertensive retinopathy, retinopathy of prematurity, and radiation retinopathy, among others.

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Retinopathy can lead to vision impairment or blindness if left untreated, as it often involves damage to the blood vessels in the retina, causing leakage or abnormal growth of blood vessels.