optic nerve regeneration

Optic nerve regeneration refers to the process of repairing or regrowing the nerve fibers that carry visual information from the eye to the brain. When the optic nerve is damaged, such as in injury or disease, vision can be lost because the nerve fibers cannot naturally regrow effectively. Scientists are exploring ways to stimulate nerve growth, such as using growth factors, stem cells, or gene therapy, to promote repair. Although full regeneration in adults remains challenging, ongoing research aims to develop treatments that could restore or improve vision after optic nerve damage.