Fungal infection of eye
MONDO:0020944Infection by a variety of fungi, usually through four possible mechanisms: superficial infection producing conjunctivitis, keratitis, or lacrimal obstruction; extension of infection from neighboring structures - skin, paranasal sinuses, nasopharynx; direct introduction during surgery or accidental penetrating trauma; or via the blood or lymphatic routes in patients with underlying mycoses.
Also known as: fungal infection of eye, EYE INFECT FUNGAL, Eye Infection, Fungal, Eye Infections, Fungal, FUNGAL EYE INFECT, Fungal Eye Infection, Fungal Eye Infections, Fungal Ocular Infection
41 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Direct eye injection shows promise for treating fungal infections
Disease control CompletedThis study tested if injecting the antifungal drug fluconazole directly into the cornea is safe and effective for treating fungal keratitis, a serious eye infection. 40 patients with lab-confirmed fungal infections that were sensitive to fluconazole took part. The researchers mea…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Tanta University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:26 UTC
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Green light and pink dye take on tough eye infections
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding a light-activated dye (rose bengal) to standard antibiotic or antifungal eye drops could improve vision in people with severe corneal infections. About 330 adults in India and Brazil with fungal or amoeba infections received either standard drops …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:00 UTC
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Rural patients get Hospital-Level care at home in landmark trial
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at whether giving hospital-level care to acutely ill adults in their own homes in rural areas works well. 160 people with various conditions like infections, heart failure, or COPD took part. The goal was to see if this approach could lower costs and help patien…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:57 UTC
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Eye injection shows promise against fungal ulcers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested whether adding an injection of the antifungal drug voriconazole into the eye could improve treatment for fungal corneal ulcers. 70 people with moderate to severe infections received either standard antifungal drops alone or drops plus three injections over 10 da…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: University of California, San Francisco • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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New rapid test for infection and inflammation put to the test
Diagnosis CompletedThis study looked at how well a new, quick finger-prick test (LumiraDx CRP) measures CRP levels compared to a standard lab test. CRP is a marker of infection, inflammation, or tissue injury. 79 adults with symptoms of these conditions took part. The goal was to see if the new tes…
Sponsor: LumiraDx UK Limited • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New PET scan technique aims to sniff out hidden infections
Diagnosis CompletedThis early study tested whether a special PET scan using a radioactive form of vitamin B9 (11C-PABA) can help doctors see infections deep inside the body. Researchers scanned 13 healthy people and patients with known or suspected infections. The goal was to see if this method can…
Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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ICU antibiotic dosing: what really matters?
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 156 critically ill patients to find out what factors help achieve the right levels of beta-lactam antibiotics in the blood. Researchers collected clinical data and used therapeutic drug monitoring to see which patients reached target concentrations. The goal …
Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC