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Evolving Therapies for Geographic Atrophy

Available from: 1/05/2025 ()

Where to publish: https://lms.optometry.org.au/course/view.php?id=875

Provider: Mivision

Activity Outline

Over recent years, investigations into the genetics of age-related macular degeneration (AMD)– and specifically geographic atrophy (GA) – have allowed for deeper understandings of the disease. This article considers the implications of evolving therapies on the treatment of this sight-threatening condition.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the characteristics of GA and its natural history
  • Be aware of the imaging modalities used to observe geographic atrophy onset and progression
  • Understand the genetic and systemic risk factors of GA
  • Be aware of existing and emerging therapeutic therapies

Max CPD hours awarded: 1.25

Session Information

Name
Evolving Therapies for Geographic Atrophy
Clinical?
Yes
Interactive?
No
Therapeutic?
Yes
Duration of CPD Session/Module
0.75
Duration of CPD Session/Module inclusive of Assessment Component
1.25

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation Optometry Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.