The eye is the jewel of the body. Henry David Thoreau
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is characterized by a gradual loss of central vision generally in people over age 55. The macula is a small spot near the center of the retina which enables sharp central vision allowing us to see objects that are straight ahead. Unchecked the loss of central vision caused by AMD can impair driving reading discerning fine visual detail and other tasks that can interfere with employment independence and quality of life.