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Study: High-intensity exercise critical for reducing DR
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Study: High-intensity exercise critical for reducing DR

Physical activity also improved peripheral retinal vessel measurements, with benefits peaking around five sessions and 180 minutes per week.
Biogen is purchasing Apellis
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Biogen is purchasing Apellis

With an estimated price tag of $5.6 billion, the acquisition includes the FDA-approved SYFOVRE.
Vascular changes emerge in later MacTel stages
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Vascular changes emerge in later MacTel stages

Study findings suggest retinal vascular alterations become more pronounced in advanced disease stages.
FDA grants Orphan Drug Designation to SignaBlok's ROP therapy
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FDA grants Orphan Drug Designation to SignaBlok's ROP therapy

TREM-1 inhibitor is designed to selectively target inflammation via a noninvasive delivery; company plans to report preclinical data at ARVO annual meeting.
Could TKI use cause RVO development?
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Could TKI use cause RVO development?

Tyrosine kinase inhibitors may act as an additional risk factor for RVO in patients with existing vascular comorbidities.
Cencora to buy EyeSouth Partners' retina division in $1B deal
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Cencora to buy EyeSouth Partners' retina division in $1B deal

Deal will integrate the MCO’s retina business into Retina Consultants of America, expanding its nationwide network of affiliate retina practices.
Eyedaptic launches latest version of AI-based smart glasses for AMD
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Eyedaptic launches latest version of AI-based smart glasses for AMD

Designed for patients with retinal diseases, the EYE7 is an integrated wearable solution with real-time vision enhancements and a new visual assistant.
Study urges alternative tracking for wet AMD poor responders
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Study urges alternative tracking for wet AMD poor responders

Structural change tracking indicates subretinal fibrosis may drive vision loss, calling for a shift in patient monitoring.
AAOptometry to hold regional Retina Summit in Indianapolis
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AAOptometry to hold regional Retina Summit in Indianapolis

First-ever regional meeting kicks off on April 18 with 6.5 hours of CE featuring education sessions on the latest in retinal diagnosis and management.
EyePoint begins dosing in phase 3 DME trials for DURAVYU
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EyePoint begins dosing in phase 3 DME trials for DURAVYU

COMO and CAPRI pivotal studies are evaluating vorolanib insert when intravitreally-injected every 6 months; topline data expected H2 2027.
iCare and MediWhale partner on AI-based CVD retinal imaging
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iCare and MediWhale partner on AI-based CVD retinal imaging

Strategic collaboration would integrate iCare’s DRSplus fundus imaging system with the autonomous Mr. Noon CVD software to predict patients’ CVD risk.
Seasonal variations play major role in CSC development
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Seasonal variations play major role in CSC development

Observed increased incidence of CSC in spring and autumn provide potential insights into the disease’s pathogenesis.
Reducing chronic inflammation minimizes AMD-linked vision loss
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Reducing chronic inflammation minimizes AMD-linked vision loss

Mouse model demonstrates role of NLRP3 in AMD pathology and highlights potential therapeutic approaches.
Researchers develop clinical decision tool for GA treatment
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Researchers develop clinical decision tool for GA treatment

Atrophy Advisor could help clinicians determine the optimal therapeutic approach for GA patients.
First real-world data shows early promise of high-dose aflibercept for wet AMD
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First real-world data shows early promise of high-dose aflibercept for wet AMD

Eight-week findings from the SPECTRUM observational study indicate a safety profile consistent with prior evaluations.
Study demonstrates accuracy of new platform for comparing AI-based DR screening systems
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Study demonstrates accuracy of new platform for comparing AI-based DR screening systems

New testing platform allows for comparison of effectiveness and fairness in commercial AI systems.
FDA grants Orphan Drug designation to BlueRock's RP cell therapy
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FDA grants Orphan Drug designation to BlueRock's RP cell therapy

Marks second designation for OpCT-001; includes tax credits for qualified clinical testing and, if approved, 7 years of U.S. market exclusivity.
BioAge Labs expands into DME clinical program for oral inhibitor asset
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BioAge Labs expands into DME clinical program for oral inhibitor asset

Preclinical evidence on NLRP3 inhibitor BGE-102 shows potential for therapeutic retinal exposure, with an initial POC trial to kick off later this year.
Could high HDL levels lead to lower DR risk?
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Could high HDL levels lead to lower DR risk?

Study emphasizes importance of monitoring HDL levels in patients with diabetic retinopathy.
GLP-1 use may lower long-term DME, DR risk
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GLP-1 use may lower long-term DME, DR risk

Study highlights protective effect of GLP-1 RAs against ocular complications of diabetes and disparities for racialized patients