The present invention addresses the treatment of age-related macular degeneration using regulation of pathogenic mechanisms similar to atherosclerosis. In further specific embodiments, reverse cholesterol transport components, such as transporters and HDL fractions, are utilized as diagnostic and therapeutic targets for age-related macular degeneration. In a specific embodiment, the lipid content of the retinal pigment epithelium, and/or Bruch's membrane is reduced.
本发明利用与动脉粥样硬化类似的致病机制的调节来治疗老年性黄斑变性。在更具体的实施方案中,反向
胆固醇转运成分,如转运体和高密度脂蛋白组分,被用作老年性黄斑变性的诊断和治疗靶标。在一个具体的实施方案中,视网膜色素上皮和/或布鲁氏膜的脂质含量降低。