Hidden blood vessels may shield eyes from blindness, new study hints

NCT ID NCT06125977

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a specific kind of blood vessel that grows under the retina in age-related macular degeneration (AMD) might actually help preserve vision, rather than harm it. Researchers will follow 73 people aged 50 and older with AMD to compare vision and eye structure in areas with and without these vessels. The goal is to understand if these vessels slow down vision loss, which could change how doctors think about treating AMD.

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Locations

  • University of Utah

    Salt Lake City, Utah, 84132, United States

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