Bionic eye implant offers hope for blindness from dry AMD

NCT ID NCT03392324

First seen Apr 09, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 4 times

Summary

This early study tests a new retinal implant called PRIMA in 5 people with advanced dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss. The implant is designed to replace damaged cells in the eye and help restore central vision. The main goals are to check if the device is safe and if it can improve the ability to see details up close.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

    Miami, Florida, 33136, United States

  • Byers Eye Institute-Stanford University

    Palo Alto, California, 94303, United States

  • UPMC Eye Center

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States

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