Role of lutein in preventing/slowing down age-related macular degeneration: a Meta-analysis / 中华临床营养杂志

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.