Open-angle glaucoma
MONDO:0005338Chronic outflow obstruction of the eye's drainage canals that can lead to increased internal eye pressure and optic nerve damage.
Also known as: POAG, glaucoma, primary open angle, open angle glaucoma, pigmentary glaucoma, primary open angle glaucoma
168 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New eye drug targets fluid buildup to fight glaucoma
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests an experimental drug called REGN22530 in people with primary open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. The drug is designed to block a protein in the eye that causes fluid buildup and high pressure. Researchers are checking for side effects, how the drug moves …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which tool works best for glaucoma surgery? new study aims to find out
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study compares three different devices used to perform a glaucoma surgery called goniotomy at the same time as cataract surgery. The goal is to see which device best lowers eye pressure and reduces the need for glaucoma medications over six months. About 132 adults with open…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Henry Ford Health System • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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Glaucoma implant could replace daily eye drops
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis early study tests a small ring placed in the eye that slowly releases the drug bimatoprost to lower eye pressure in people with glaucoma or ocular hypertension. The ring is implanted during a quick surgery and may work for up to 3 years. The trial includes 24 adults and comp…
Phase: PHASE1 • Sponsor: SpyGlass Pharma, Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Could insulin eye drops save your sight? new trial launches
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether insulin eye drops can protect the optic nerve in people with open-angle glaucoma. Researchers will give 90 participants either insulin drops or placebo daily for up to 12 months. The main goal is to check safety, but they will also measure vision changes …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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Could a new eye drop beat an old favorite for glaucoma?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis Phase 3 trial tests a new eye drop, DNN.31.19.026, against a standard treatment (Cosopt) for people with high eye pressure or open-angle glaucoma. About 336 adults will use the drops twice daily for 56 days. The main goal is to see if the new drop lowers eye pressure better …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Ache Laboratorios Farmaceuticos S.A. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:00 UTC
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New Touch-Free laser offers hope for glaucoma patients who need a second treatment
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests a new laser treatment called DSLT for people with high eye pressure or open-angle glaucoma who have already had a similar laser (SLT). The DSLT laser does not touch the eye, which may make it faster and more comfortable. Researchers want to see how well it lowers…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The New York Eye Surgery Center • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC
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New stitch technique aims to prevent dangerous low eye pressure after glaucoma surgery
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether placing a temporary stitch inside a tiny drainage device (Preserflo) can reduce the risk of dangerously low eye pressure after glaucoma surgery. The device is already used in France to lower eye pressure, but low pressure can still happen. About 192 adult…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Hôpital Privé de la Baie • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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Laser breakthrough could reduce eye drops for glaucoma patients
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a laser treatment called DSLT can lower eye pressure and reduce the number of eye drops needed in Asian patients with normal tension glaucoma. About 40 adults will receive the laser and be followed for 12 months. The goal is to see if the laser can help c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ngoc Nguyen Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Can rocklatan eye drops improve blood flow in glaucoma? new study investigates
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how Rocklatan eye drops change blood flow in the eyes of 30 people with early-stage glaucoma. Researchers will use special imaging to measure blood flow before and after using the drops for up to a year. The goal is to better understand the drug's effects on e…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New eye tests aim to catch glaucoma earlier
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis study looks at 60 adults with high eye pressure or early open-angle glaucoma to see if combining advanced eye scans and vision tests can detect damage sooner. Participants will have standard eye exams plus special imaging of the optic nerve. The goal is to improve how doctor…
Sponsor: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC
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Shocking the brain to restore sight: new glaucoma trial launches
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a combination of gentle brain stimulation and visual exercises can improve vision and daily function in people with glaucoma who have lost some side vision. About 56 adults with open-angle glaucoma will receive both real and sham treatments in a crossover…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC
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Texting your way to better glaucoma care: new trial tests daily reminders
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether daily SMS or WhatsApp reminders can help people with primary open-angle glaucoma stick to their eye-drop schedule. About 84 adults will be split into two groups: one gets the reminders plus weekly educational messages for 3 months, the other gets standard…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Sakarya Yenikent State Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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New lens option may reduce need for glasses after cataract surgery in glaucoma patients
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study will test whether a special type of lens implant (extended depth-of-focus, or EDOF) can give better vision and more satisfaction than standard monofocal lenses for people with both glaucoma and cataracts. About 74 adults with early-to-moderate open-angle glaucoma will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: OMIQ Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:09 UTC
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Pedal to preserve sight: study tests if exercise slows glaucoma damage
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a 12-week home exercise program (cycling and resistance training) can improve vision and quality of life in people with glaucoma. Researchers will measure changes in visual field sensitivity, eye blood flow, and oxygen use. The goal is to see if exerci…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:07 UTC
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Can a Redness-Relief drop help glaucoma eyes without side effects?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether Lumify, a low-dose brimonidine eye drop already approved for redness, can safely reduce eye redness and eyelid droop in 60 glaucoma patients who already use stronger brimonidine drops. Researchers will measure redness, eye pressure, and eyelid position af…
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Tulane University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC
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Eye drop showdown: could common glaucoma meds save more than sight?
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether a common type of glaucoma eye drop (prostaglandin analogues) can protect the eye's nerve cells directly, not just by lowering eye pressure. Researchers will review medical records from 1500 adults with glaucoma over 3 years, comparing those on prostagl…
Sponsor: Association for Innovation and Biomedical Research on Light and Image • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Morning workouts may tame blood pressure in glaucoma patients
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study looks at whether different types of exercise (like walking or strength moves) and timing (morning vs. evening) can safely lower blood pressure in people with glaucoma and high blood pressure. About 60 adults will try four exercise sessions, and their blood pressure and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: KU Leuven • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC