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Akiko Maeda1, Krzysztof Palczewski2.
Abstract
Continuous generation of visual chromophore through the visual (retinoid) cycle is essential to maintain eyesight and retinal heath. Impairments in this cycle and related pathways adversely affect vision. In this review, we summarize the chemical reactions of vitamin A metabolites involved in the retinoid cycle and describe animal models of associated human diseases. Development of potential therapies for retinal disorders in these animal models is also introduced.Entities:
Year: 2013 PMID: 25210527 PMCID: PMC4157753 DOI: 10.1016/j.ddmod.2014.01.001
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Drug Discov Today Dis Models ISSN: 1740-6757