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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Medical Device Technology

Background:

  • Cochlear implants have seen widespread adoption, with over 30,000 procedures in Germany (2005-2016).
  • Electronic retinal implants represent a small fraction (<1%) of implantable sensory prosthetics.
  • The commercial viability of retinal implant devices has been limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current impact of electronic retina implants in ophthalmology.
  • To analyze the economic challenges faced by retinal implant market.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of electronic retina implants.
  • Analysis of market data and economic survival of retinal implant companies.

Main Results:

  • Retinal implants are significantly less common than cochlear implants.
  • Market entry for retinal implants has been hindered by economic non-viability.
  • The review assesses the overall impact and future trajectory of these devices.

Conclusions:

  • The limited economic success of current retinal implants poses a significant barrier to their widespread clinical use.
  • Future advancements in electronic retina implant technology must address economic sustainability for broader ophthalmological application.