REVIEW
MicroRNA and vascular pathology of the eye
Russian Medical Academy of Continuous Professional Education, Moscow, Russia
Correspondence should be addressed: Svetlana A. Usharova
Barrikadnaya, 2/1, str. 1, Moscow, 125993, moc.liamg@ratxelaltevs
Author contribution: Moshetova LK — concept and manuscript preparation; Usharova SA, Turkina KI — literature analysis and manuscript preparation; Sychev DA, Saburina IN — manuscript preparation.
Since the discovery of microRNAs just a few decades ago, our knowledge of these molecules and their potential as diagnostic biomarkers and therapeutic targets has significantly expanded. There is an ongoing discussion in the scientific community about the possibility of using microRNA for the diagnosis of cardiovascular diseases. It has been shown recently that levels of some microRNAs vary in vascular eye disorders, such as age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. However, despite serious advances in our understanding of microRNA’s role in eye pathology, we still do not know whether it is possible to use microRNA as a biomarker for central retinal vein occlusion. Perhaps, the discovery of such candidate microRNAs will help in making the timely diagnosis and improve the quality of medical care in patients with retinal vein occlusion.
Keywords: microRNA, biomarkers, retinal vessel occlusion, vascular pathology, retinal vessels