New Insights Into EMAP and Its Relationship to AMD

New research raises questions about the classification of extensive macular atrophy with pseudodrusen-like appearance and its potential implications for interpreting geographic atrophy clinical trial results.

By: Alessandro Feo, MD, Patricio G. Schlottmann, MD

Retinal Physician November 11, 2026

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Patricio G. Schlottmann, MD

Affiliations: Charles Centro Oftalmológico

Specialties: Ophthalmology

Bio: Patricio G. Schlottmann, MD, is an ophthalmologist associated with Charles Centro Oftalmológico in Argentina. He received his medical degree from the University of Buenos Aires in 1998 and completed formative clinical training at Santa Lucía Hospital in Buenos Aires, Argentina’s largest public eye hospital. Dr. Schlottmann’s work has centered on ophthalmic care, diagnostic technology, and clinical research. His interest in ocular imaging began during specialist training with exposure to Stratus OCT technology, which led to his first publication in Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Science and helped shape a career combining clinical practice with research.

New Insights Into EMAP and Its Relationship to AMD

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