Blind people can now see again with Bionic Eye

Blind people can now see again with Bionic Eye

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The video discusses the use of electronic implants to help patients with vision impairments. Scientists have found that nearly three-quarters of patients fitted with these implants can make out large letters and some can read words. The Argost Two device sends images from a camera to a chip on the retina, allowing users to see rough outlines of objects. Doctors at Moorfields Eye Hospital report that the device has exceeded expectations, enabling some patients to read small letters. Approval for wider use on the NHS is pending, with potential life-changing benefits for those with retinitis pigmentosa.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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