Living with GA: How patients in the US and Western Europe cope

Author(s): Lynda Charters

Key Takeaways

Geographic atrophy significantly impacts patients’ daily activities, independence, and mental health, necessitating coping mechanisms.
The study involved interviews with GA patients in the US and Europe, highlighting the need for further research, especially outside the US.
Common symptoms include blurry vision, blind spots, and difficulty seeing at night, affecting quality of life and emotional functioning.
Coping strategies include using electronic devices, home modifications, and visual aids, emphasizing the need for educational resources and treatment options.

A recent study reveals how geographic atrophy affects patients’ vision and quality of life, highlighting their coping strategies and need for better resources.

This knowledge may be valuable in developing accessible educational resources on GA, treatment options, and strategies to enhance quality of life, according to the first study author, Nicole Genova, associate director, Patient Partnerships for Astellas Pharma Inc., and colleagues. She described the study at the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology 2025 annual meeting in Salt Lake City.

Source: OPHTHALMOLOGY Times

Living with GA: How patients in the US and Western Europe cope

Living with GA: How patients in the US and Western Europe cope

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