Faricimab Molecular Design and Role of Ang-2

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Panelists discuss how faricimab’s bispecific antibody design uniquely targets both VEGF-A and Ang-2 pathways, addressing the complementary role of Ang-2 in vascular destabilization and inflammation in retinal diseases.

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  • What is the unique nature of the faricimab molecule, and what is the clinical rationale for targeting Ang-2 in treating retinal diseases?

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