# Central Vision Loss

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R9kpSRoHo0Bk35jox4Cbpff

## Labels

**Preferred Label:** Macular Degeneration

**Alternative Labels:**

- Central Vision Impairment

## Definition

Central vision loss refers to the significant impairment or complete loss of vision in the central part of the visual field, while peripheral vision remains intact. This condition often results from diseases affecting the macula or the central retina, leading to difficulties with tasks that require detailed vision, such as reading or recognizing faces, despite maintaining peripheral awareness.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RDuvu3dUJz2utfkB5G6RviW

**Deprecated:** False

