5 Key Takeaways

• 1

  Geographic atrophy (GA) does not cause total blindness, but it can significantly impair central vision and daily functioning.

• 2

  All forms of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) are detrimental; both dry and wet AMD can lead to severe vision loss.

• 3

  GA progression is generally faster than previously believed, with an average of 2.5 years from diagnosis to central vision loss.

• 4

  Recent FDA approvals for GA treatments, such as pegcetacoplan and avacincaptad pegol, can slow disease progression.

• 5

  Eye care providers must address visual impairments and refer patients to low vision specialists to enhance quality of life.