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Knowledge-base: Alstrom syndrome

Alstrom syndrome

Alstrom syndrome is an inherited condition which affects many body systems.

Research we fund

We are currently funding a range of exciting projects and programmes, all of which aim to enhance our understanding of inherited sight loss, and inform the development of treatments for the estimated two million people affected worldwide.

Retina UK Knowledge-base: Rare syndromes

Rare syndromes

These very rare syndromes (NARP, Bassen-Kornweig, PXE, Norrie) affect the eyes as well as other parts of the body.

An illustration of Charles Bonnet syndrome. Thanks to Jeremy Webb Photography

Charles Bonnet syndrome

Charles Bonnet syndrome (CBS) causes people who have lost a lot of sight to see things that aren’t real (hallucinations).

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