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Radiation retinopathy
Link to WHO Definition
Radiation retinopathy – http://id.who.int/icd/entity/1120360796
Radiation retinopathy is damage to retina due to exposure to ionizing radiation. Radiation retinopathy has a delayed onset, typically after months or years of radiation, and is slowly progressive. In general, radiation retinopathy is seen around 18 months after treatment with external-beam radiation and with brachytherapy.