The CONDOR randomized clinical trial found brolucizumab better preserved visual acuity than panretinal photocoagulation in proliferative diabetic retinopathy at week 54. Brolucizumab also reduced vision-threatening complications and center-involved diabetic macular edema events, while showing more intraocular inflammation.
A study in Ophthalmology found tirzepatide use was associated with lower 12-month risk of new or progressive diabetic retinopathy versus lifestyle intervention alone. The analysis included about 174,000 matched patients.
Kodiak Sciences' experimental drug Zenkuda achieved 62.5% response rate in diabetic retinopathy trial with 85% reduction in sight-threatening complications. The company plans to accelerate FDA submission while preparing for wet AMD study readout in Q3 2026. Shares surged 68.6% following the positive late-stage results.
