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Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Guardian
A groundbreaking electronic eye implant, the Prima device, has successfully helped 84% of elderly patients with incurable dry age-related macular degeneration regain the ability to read, marking a significant advancement in artificial vision and offering new hope for those with sight loss.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by VOA Learning English
A hospital in New York City has successfully performed the world's first eye transplant, giving hope to those suffering from blindness. The patient, Aaron James, an electrician who lost his left eye due to a workplace accident, underwent a 21-hour surgery to receive a donor eye. While it is still uncertain if James will regain his sight, the transplant operation was successful, and the eye appears healthy. This groundbreaking procedure could pave the way for future advancements in curing blindness and restoring vision.