Nov 11, 2026
Dr. Darius Rackus: Reducing Unnecessary Injections for Wet AMD
People living with wet AMD often require repeated injections aimed at slowing the disease’s progression. Dr. Darius Rackus of the Toronto Metropolitan University is developing a new sensor that could help doctors determine more precisely when those treatments are needed, potentially reducing unnecessary injection.
Current treatment relies primarily on retinal imaging to determine when anti-VEGF injections are needed, which can result in some individuals receiving treatment too early while others are treated too late. Building on strong preliminary evidence, the team will develop a new sensor to inform the progression and appropriate treatment of AMD during routine clinic visits. By combining this technology with data collected from more than 100 individuals with AMD, the researchers will determine whether this novel sensor can predict disease recurrence before it is visible on imaging. If successful, this approach could reduce unnecessary treatments, identify disease recurrence earlier, and transform how clinicians personalize care for individuals living with AMD.
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