New eye scanner may spot blindness risk years earlier
NCT ID NCT02395757
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a device called MAIA, which measures light sensitivity in the retina, can predict when intermediate age-related macular degeneration (AMD) progresses to the advanced stage. Researchers followed 182 people who already had advanced AMD in one eye and intermediate AMD in the other. The goal was to see if microperimetry could catch early warning signs before vision loss occurs, allowing for earlier treatment and better outcomes.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could allow doctors to detect AMD progression earlier and start treatment sooner to preserve vision.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. The device may not reliably predict progression, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hospice Civils de Lyon
Lyon, 69000, France