Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a degenerative condition that affects the macula, the part of the retina responsible for central vision. AMD is most commonly diagnosed in older adults, typically those over the age of 60. However, in rare cases, children can develop a genetic form of AMD known as Stargardt disease which is an inherited disorder that causes progressive vision loss, usually starting in childhood. Stargardt disease is caused by mutations in the ABCA4 gene, this gene provides instructions for making a protein that helps to transport waste products out of cells in the retina. When this protein doesn't work properly, waste products build up in the retina, causing damage to the light-sensitive cells and leading to vision loss. Early diagnosis and treatment of Stargardt disease is important to slow down the progression of the disease and preserve vision.