Definition
Eye, optic nerve or brain malfunctions which prevent affected individuals from seeing normally. Eye disorders that can lead to visual impairments include retinal degeneration, albinism, cataracts, glaucoma, muscular problems that result in visual disturbances, corneal disorders, diabetic retinopathy, congenital disorders and infection.
URL Name
YF-9000
Third Level Code
YF-9000
Taxonomy Code
YF-9000
Parent Code
YF
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YF
Use References
Vision Related Disabilities, Visually Impaired
Publication Status
Online