Keratoconus
MONDO:0015486A degenerative, structural disorder of the eye, characterized by a cone-shaped protrusion of the cornea. It may lead to visual disturbances.
Also known as: keratoconus, keratoconus (disease), isolated keratoconus, KC, noninflammatory corneal thining
66 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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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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Could vitamin B2 and sunlight replace costly eye surgery?
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether taking vitamin B2 (riboflavin) and getting natural sunlight could strengthen the cornea in people with keratoconus, a condition that causes the cornea to thin and bulge. The approach aimed to be a simpler, cheaper alternative to the standard cross-linkin…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Missouri-Columbia • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC