Amaurosis fugax
MONDO:0043310Transient complete or partial monocular blindness due to retinal ischemia. This may be caused by emboli from the CAROTID ARTERY (usually in association with CAROTID STENOSIS) and other locations that enter the central RETINAL ARTERY. (From Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p245)
Also known as: amaurosis fugax, amaurosis fugax (one sided temporary vision loss), blindness, monocular, transient, blindness, transient monocular, momentary blindness, monocular blindness, transient, transient monocular blindness
20 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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AI eye test could spot vision loss faster and cheaper
Diagnosis OngoingThis study tests whether an AI-assisted screening tool can detect visual impairment more accurately and efficiently than traditional methods in community settings. About 400 adults aged 50 and older will undergo vision screening and provide feedback. The goal is to see if the AI …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Singapore Eye Research Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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New prism device may help one-eyed pedestrians avoid collisions
Symptom relief TerminatedThis study tested a prism device designed to expand the field of view for people who have lost vision in one eye. The goal was to see if the prism helps them detect pedestrians approaching from their blind side during a simulated walking task. Only one person participated before …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 11, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Ancient exercises tested for vision loss health boost
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study looks at whether traditional exercises like Tai Chi and Baduanjin can help visually impaired university students improve their balance, mood, and quality of life. Ninety participants will be split into three groups: Tai Chi, Baduanjin, or regular physical education cla…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Northeast Normal University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Brain zap study hopes to restore sight in the blind
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether stimulating the visual part of the brain can create visual sensations in blind volunteers. Five adults who are blind will have a device implanted in their skull to deliver tiny electrical pulses. The goal is to learn where and how much stimulation is need…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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Free eye tests aim to catch vision loss early in harlem and washington heights
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study offers free vision screenings to underserved adults over 40 living in affordable housing in Harlem and Washington Heights. The goal is to find eye problems like glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy early and connect people with follow-up care. About 749 partic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Study reveals top eye diseases behind vision disability in upper egypt
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study reviews the medical records of 2,000 people in Upper Egypt who applied for visual disability certification between 2020 and 2024. Researchers will analyze eye exams and tests to find the most common diseases causing severe vision loss. The goal is to understand which c…
Sponsor: New Valley University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 13:54 UTC