Bullous keratopathy
MONDO:0001180Keratopathy that is characterized by the presence of epithelial bullae.
19 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Cell injection could replace corneal transplants for blurry vision
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 1 trial tests a new cell injection therapy called SNEC-I for people with mild to moderate corneal endothelial dysfunction or bullous keratopathy. The treatment uses non-cultured human corneal endothelial cells injected directly into the eye to restore the inner layer o…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Singapore Eye Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Eye transplant showdown: which corneal procedure gives better vision?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of corneal transplants—PKP and DSAEK—in 334 adults aged 50+ with advanced bullous pseudophakic keratopathy, a condition where the cornea swells and blurs vision. Participants are randomly assigned to one procedure and followed for 2 years to see whic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC
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New eye injection could restore sight in corneal swelling patients
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a single injection of AURN001 in 120 adults with corneal swelling caused by endothelial dysfunction. The goal is to see if it improves vision and reduces corneal thickness compared to a placebo. Participants must already have an artificial lens in the eye and be …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Aurion Biotech • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:36 UTC
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Laser before eye implant may prevent glaucoma damage
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a laser treatment (transscleral cyclophotocoagulation) to lower eye pressure before a Boston keratoprosthesis (a plastic cornea implant) can prevent or slow glaucoma. Twenty adults who need the implant will receive one of two laser types 4-8 weeks …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Cornea transplant showdown: which surgery gives sharper sight?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study compares two types of cornea transplant surgery—DSAEK and DMEK—in 220 adults with corneal swelling or Fuchs' dystrophy. The goal is to see which procedure leads to better vision and patient satisfaction one year after surgery. Participants will be randomly assigned to …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University Hospital, Antwerp • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:04 UTC
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First human trial of Lab-Grown corneal implant launches
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new implant called PVEK for people with corneal swelling from Fuchs' dystrophy or pseudophakic bullous keratopathy. The implant uses a collagen scaffold with human corneal cells to replace damaged tissue. About 15 participants will receive the impla…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Precise Bio • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:10 UTC
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Eye injection of special cells may reduce corneal swelling
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests the safety of injecting special human cells (EO2002) into the eye to treat corneal swelling. Twelve adults with corneal edema from Fuchs' dystrophy or after cataract surgery will receive multiple injections, with or without Ripasudil eye drops. The ma…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Asociación para Evitar la Ceguera en México • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Can corneal transplant patients ditch steroids after one year?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a new, gentler steroid eye drop plan after corneal transplant surgery. The goal is to prevent rejection while reducing side effects like high eye pressure. About 342 adults getting a DMEK transplant will be followed for two years to see if a milder steroid works …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Maastricht University Medical Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Scientists test Lab-Made corneal implants to restore sight
Disease control Recruiting nowThis early-stage trial tests a new type of corneal graft made from lab-grown human cells. It is for people with mild to moderate corneal damage from conditions like Fuchs' dystrophy or after eye surgery. The goal is to see if the graft is safe and can improve vision. 30 participa…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: Singapore Eye Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:24 UTC
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Which corneal transplant is best? 1,000-Patient study aims to find out
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will compare how well patients see after three types of corneal transplants: DSAEK, UT-DSAEK, and DMEK. Researchers will follow 1,000 people who had surgery for Fuchs' endothelial corneal dystrophy or pseudophakic bullous keratopathy. They will measure vision, cell cou…
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Régional Metz-Thionville • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:02 UTC
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German eye registry reveals shifting trends in corneal transplants
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis long-term study collects data from over 100 eye clinics in Germany to see how corneal transplant surgeries have changed since 2001. Researchers track the number of surgeries, the types of procedures used, and the reasons people need them. The goal is to understand trends, no…
Sponsor: Universität des Saarlandes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC
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New eye scanner tested on 180 volunteers – no treatment involved
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study gathers eye scan images from 180 people with healthy eyes or eye diseases like glaucoma and retinal disease. The goal is to collect data using a new optical coherence tomography (OCT) device called A10900. No treatment or medication is given. The information will help …
Sponsor: Optos, PLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New eye scan could predict vision changes after cornea surgery
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a special eye scan called OCT to measure swelling in the cornea of people with Fuchs' dystrophy or a related condition. Researchers want to see if this scan can predict how vision changes after surgery. About 60 participants will be observed over time.
Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:43 UTC