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Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Medical Imaging
Genetics

Context:

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) classification requires homogeneous subgroups for clinical and genetic studies.
Current atrophic AMD classification lacks consensus and reproducibility.
Advanced imaging techniques like OCT and angiography are used in AMD assessment.

Purpose:

To evaluate a selected list of items for atrophic AMD classification using multiple imaging modalities.
To assess the reproducibility and agreement of different items in classifying atrophic AMD.
To propose modifications for a more discriminant and reproducible atrophic AMD classification grid.

Summary:

Ten items for atrophy were assessed by five experienced readers and an expert using various imaging techniques for 20 eyes with atrophic AMD.
The highest inter-observer agreement (Kappa=1) was for the presence of atrophy.
The lowest inter-observer agreement was for the size of atrophy (Kappa=-0.0286±0.0769 to 0.1813±0.0835).

Impact:

The study highlights the complexity and lack of consensus in current atrophic AMD classification.
The proposed classification grid shows satisfactory inter-observer agreement for most items.
Modifications are suggested to enhance the discriminant and reproducible nature of the atrophic AMD classification grid.