Innovative Eye Implants Restore Vision in Patients with Irreversible Loss
TL;DR
A new wireless retinal implant called PRIMA shows promise in restoring central vision in patients with advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD), specifically geographic atrophy, with over 80% of trial participants experiencing meaningful improvements in visual acuity and reading ability after one year, although further research is needed to assess long-term safety and efficacy.
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