Retinal dysplasia

Affects: Dogs

Overview

Retinal dysplasia is an eye disease affecting the retina of animals and, less commonly, humans. It is usually a nonprogressive disease and can be caused by viral infections, drugs, vitamin A deficiency, or genetic defects. Retinal dysplasia is characterized by folds or rosettes (round clumps) of the retinal tissue.

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Sources (reused under open licences, with thanks): Wikipedia — “Retinal dysplasia” (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Compiled by OC Pets Veterinary Clinic, updated 15-06-2026.