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GLP-1 therapies could impact long-term outcomes in diabetic retinopathy.

Neurotech Pharmaceuticals performs the first ENCELTO procedure.

REGENXBIO initiates a pivotal trial for surabgene lomparvovec, aiming to transform diabetic retinopathy treatment and improve patient outcomes.

NICE approves idebenone for Leber hereditary optic neuropathy, offering hope for vision restoration and improved quality of life for patients.

Catch up on this week's highlights in retina.

Franklin shares how methotrexate significantly reduces reoperation rates in diabetic patients with retinal detachments, enhancing postoperative outcomes and vision.

The DAVIO-2 study reveals EYP-1901's potential as a 6-month treatment for neovascular AMD, matching aflibercept's vision outcomes with fewer doses.

New research identifies key factors influencing visual recovery in Leber hereditary optic neuropathy patients treated with gene therapy, enhancing treatment strategies.

Matthew Starr, MD, discusses techniques for correcting astigmatism in patients lacking capsular support, enhancing visual outcomes surgery.

Lai spoke with Modern Retina about the study of PER-001, a novel therapeutic targeting the endothelin-1 receptor.

Avant Technologies and Ainnova Tech refine clinical trial protocol for Vision AI platform, aiming for FDA 510(k) approval to enhance diabetic retinopathy detection.

Genentech reveals five-year data showing Susvimo effectively maintains vision in wet AMD patients with fewer injections, offering a promising treatment alternative.

Clearside Biomedical secures Health Canada approval for Xipere, while exploring strategic options to enhance its suprachoroidal delivery platform and pipeline.

Justis Ehlers, MD, FASRS, presented "PER-001, a Long-acting Endothelin Antagonist Intravitreal Implant, Improved Structure and Visual Function in Patients With Diabetic Retinopathy," during the 2025 ASRS meeting held in Long Beach, California.

Catch up on this week's highlights in retina.

Christina Weng, MD, MBA, FASRS, explores the viability of postoperative day 0 exams as a substitute for day 1 after vitreoretinal surgery, revealing promising findings.

Researchers reveal that retinal microvasculature analysis via OCTA may enhance noninvasive cardiovascular risk assessment, potentially improving coronary artery stenosis detection.

Andrew G. Lee, MD, shares essential insights on neuro-ophthalmology for retina specialists, emphasizing diagnosis techniques and collaboration with neuro-ops.

Dilsher S. Dhoot, MD, FASRS, shares insights on avoralstat, a promising treatment for diabetic macular edema, at ASRS 2025.

Topcon Healthcare enhances its connected care model by acquiring IRIS, integrating AI for improved diabetic eye disease screening and patient coordination.