Isolated anophthalmia-microphthalmia syndrome
MONDO:0016764Anophthalmia and microphthalmia describe, respectively, the absence of an eye and the presence of a small eye within the orbit.
Also known as: MAC spectrum, microphthalmia-anophthalmia-coloboma spectrum, nonsyndromic anophthalmia-microphthalmia syndrome, clinical anophthalmia, isolated anophthalmia - microphthalmia, isolated pure microphthalmia, primitive anophthalmia
11 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Eye screening study opens doors to future research
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study screens people with eye diseases to see if they can join other research studies at the National Eye Institute. No treatment is given. Participants undergo eye exams, blood tests, and other procedures to diagnose or evaluate their condition. The goal is simply to determ…
Sponsor: National Eye Institute (NEI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists hunt for genes behind rare eye conditions
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to uncover the genetic causes of a group of eye conditions called MAC (microphthalmia, anophthalmia, and uveal coloboma), which can lead to vision loss or blindness. Researchers will collect DNA samples from 600 people—both those with MAC and their close relatives…
Sponsor: National Eye Institute (NEI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New eye camera could catch blindness before it starts
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a special camera that takes super-detailed pictures of the back of the eye (the retina). The goal is to see if this technology can find eye diseases earlier than standard methods. Up to 1,000 people aged 12 and older, with or without eye disease, will have their …
Sponsor: National Eye Institute (NEI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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Scientists watch and treat eye diseases to unlock their secrets
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to learn more about eye diseases by observing and providing standard care to up to 1,000 people over 5 years. Participants receive regular eye exams, tests, and treatments as needed. The goal is to better understand how eye diseases progress and are inherited, not…
Sponsor: National Eye Institute (NEI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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AI-Powered summaries aim to make eye care notes clearer for patients
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests whether artificial intelligence can create simple summaries of eye doctor notes that are easier for patients to understand. About 460 English-speaking adults receiving eye care will get either standard notes or notes plus an AI-generated plain language summary. P…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of California, Los Angeles • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:10 UTC
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New 4D eye scanner debuts in operating room
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new 4D microscope-integrated OCT system for the first time in people during eye surgery. Researchers want to see if the system is easy to use, safe, and can clearly show eye structures. Five adults having eye surgery will take part. The goal is to improve imagi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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VR headset tracks eyes to unlock new diagnostic insights
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study gathers standard eye movement and pupil data from 200 healthy volunteers, children, and people with eye or brain conditions using a VR headset called neos™. The headset shows images and tracks where participants look, how their pupils react, and how their eyes move. Th…
Sponsor: machineMD AG • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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New eye camera aims to make pediatric exams easier
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a new, more comfortable eye camera (WiSLO) designed for children and adults. Researchers want to see if it takes better pictures and is less bothersome than current cameras. About 42 people with or without eye disease will have their eyes photographed with both t…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC