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Hordeolum
MONDO:0005800An acute, localized swelling of the eyelid that may be external or internal and usually is a pyogenic (typically staphylococcal) infection or abscess.
Also known as: Stye, blepharitis of eyelid gland, eyelid gland blepharitis
73 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Light therapy for stubborn eyelid lumps? tiny trial ends early
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether intense pulsed light (IPL) can help treat chalazion, a common eyelid lump. Only 4 adults with a fresh chalazion were enrolled, and the trial was stopped early. Because of the very small size, we cannot say if IPL works or is safe for this condition.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lumenis Be Ltd. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:09 UTC
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VR headsets tested as a possible treatment for blindness
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether using a virtual reality headset for one-hour sessions could help regenerate damaged optic nerves and improve vision in people with glaucoma or other retinal diseases. The idea came from promising results in rodents. However, the trial was terminated earl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Sticker shock: simple reminder may cut unnecessary IV antibiotic use
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study tested whether placing a reminder sticker on the charts of adult hospital patients receiving IV fluoroquinolone antibiotics would encourage doctors to switch them to oral pills sooner. The trial involved 168 patients at a single hospital in Thailand. Unfortunately, the…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Mahidol University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:12 UTC