Retinal Implant Restores Central Vision in Patients with Advanced AMD
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- A wireless retinal implant can restore central vision in patients with advanced age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
- 81% of participants achieved clinically meaningful improvements in visual acuity, with an average improvement of 25 letters on a standard eye chart.
- The PRIMA system uses a 2×2 mm wireless implant to convert light into electrical signals, stimulating remaining retinal cells.
- Participants reported using the prosthetic vision at home for tasks like reading numbers or words.
- The international, multi-center trial involved 38 participants across five European countries.
- The device manufacturer, Science Corporation, has applied for clinical use authorization in Europe and the United States.
- The study was financed by Science Corporation, previously known as Pixium Vision SA.