Slowing or Delaying Vision Loss in Retinitis Pigmentosa (USH2A gene mutation subtype) → Hypothesis

Assistive Technologies Can Extend Functional Vision

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Most immediately actionable. Low-vision aids are available now. Retinal prosthetics and AI vision are advancing rapidly.

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Technology can compensate for vision loss and improve quality of life. Sub-hypotheses: - Low-vision tools significantly extend usable vision - Retinal prosthesis can partially restore vision - AI-assisted vision systems can enhance perception

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