April 29, 2026

Cell Therapy and Macular Degeneration: Exploring a New Treatment Frontier

Cell Therapy and Macular Degeneration: Exploring a New Treatment Frontier
Cell Therapy and Macular Degeneration: Exploring a New Treatment Frontier
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Cell Therapy and Macular Degeneration: Exploring a New Treatment Frontier

Researchers are exploring whether cell therapy—including stem cells and stem cell–derived treatments—could help repair or replace damaged retinal cells in macular degeneration and geographic atrophy. In this episode, we explain how these therapies are intended to work, how the cells may be delivered to the eye, and the potential risks.