Age is a major risk factor for geographic atrophy (GA). As the eyes age, natural defenses weaken, blood flow may decline, and waste removal may slow, allowing deposits called drusen to build up.

While there is currently no cure for geographic atrophy, certain treatments, such as complement inhibitors, can help slow its progression by targeting immune system activity that damages the macula.

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . CTx001 is an investigational adeno-associated virus-based therapy for geographic atrophy. Patient dosing in the ...

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