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Review
. 2002 Feb 8;295(5557):1022-5.
doi: 10.1126/science.1067996.

Will retinal implants restore vision?

Eberhart Zrenner  1
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Will retinal implants restore vision?

Eberhart Zrenner. Science. .

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  • Science 2002 Mar 22;295(5563):2213

Abstract

A number of research groups are developing electrical implants that can be attached directly to the retina in an attempt to restore vision to patients suffering from retinal degeneration. However, despite promising results in animal experiments, there are still several major obstacles to overcome before retinal prostheses can be used clinically.

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