Role of lutein in preventing/slowing down age-related macular degeneration: a Meta-analysis
10.3760/cma.j.issn.1674-635X.2010.02.015
- VernacularTitle:叶黄素对老年性黄斑变性预防及治疗作用的Meta分析
- Author:
Fudong ZHANG
;
Li WANG
;
Meiqin CAI
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Lutein/Zeaxanthin;
Age-related macular degeneration;
Meta-analysis
- From:
Chinese Journal of Clinical Nutrition
2010;18(2):126-131
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
Objective To evaluate the role of lutein in preventing and slowing down age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Methods Literatures concerning lutein and AMD were collected by computerized search, manual search, expert consultations. The quality of included studies was evaluated. RevMan software 4.2was used for meta-analysis. Results Totally 9 studies were included, with a total OR of 0. 81 (range: 0. 71-0.92). Conclusion Lutein can, to some extent, prevent or slow down AMD.
