Preretinal fibrosis
MONDO:0002174A membrane on the vitreal surface of the retina resulting from the proliferation of one or more of three retinal elements: (1) fibrous astrocytes; (2) fibrocytes; and (3) retinal pigment epithelial cells. Localized epiretinal membranes may occur at the posterior pole of the eye without clinical signs or may cause marked loss of vision as a result of covering, distorting, or detaching the fovea centralis. Epiretinal membranes may cause vascular leakage and secondary retinal edema. In younger individuals some membranes appear to be developmental in origin and occur in otherwise normal eyes. The majority occur in association with retinal holes, ocular concussions, retinal inflammation, or after ocular surgery. (Newell, Ophthalmology: Principles and Concepts, 7th ed, p291)
Also known as: macular puckering of retina
32 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Could stem cells restore sight in damaged eyes?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether injecting a person's own bone marrow stem cells into or near the eye can help treat various retinal and optic nerve diseases, including age-related macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa, and glaucoma. Participants receive stem cell injections via dif…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: MD Stem Cells • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 01, 2026 00:00 UTC
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AI eye scanner could catch retina disease earlier
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study evaluates PathFinder 1.0, a software that analyzes OCT images of the retina to detect macular abnormalities such as epiretinal membrane, dry age-related macular degeneration, and other retinal conditions. About 400 adults with and without macular issues will undergo st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Carl Zeiss Meditec-Dublin CoCe • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New eye scanner tested against gold standard for retina diagnosis
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a new eye imaging device (VG200D OCT) that takes detailed pictures of the retina. It compares these images to standard dye-based images (FA/ICGA) to see if the new device works just as well. About 30 adults with retina problems will take part. The goal is to see …
Sponsor: Intalight, Inc • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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Super camera could catch eye diseases before they steal your sight
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study tests a special camera that takes detailed images of the retina using many wavelengths of light. Researchers hope it can find early signs of eye diseases like age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma. About 1,000 adults in Melbourne, Austral…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Center for Eye Research Australia • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New eye implant could replace drops after retina surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a tiny gel-like insert placed in the tear duct that releases dexamethasone, a steroid, to reduce pain and swelling after vitreoretinal surgery. It compares the insert to standard steroid eye drops in 30 adults undergoing surgery for conditions like macular holes …
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: The Cleveland Clinic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jul 31, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Which eye surgery machine is faster? new study puts UNITY VCS to the test
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares two surgical systems used for combined cataract and vitrectomy eye surgeries. The UNITY VCS system is being tested against the CONSTELLATION system to see which one surgeons find more efficient in real-world operating rooms. About 180 adults needing combined e…
Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Aug 15, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Timing of eye surgery under the microscope: early or late?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study compares immediate surgery versus waiting for vision to worsen in people with an epiretinal membrane (a thin layer of scar tissue on the eye's surface). It includes 400 adults with relatively good vision (20/40 or better) who have symptoms like blurring or distortion. …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Jaeb Center for Health Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 18, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Scientists launch eye tissue bank to unlock secrets of retinal disease
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is creating a large collection of health information and biological samples (like blood, saliva, and eye tissue) from people with and without retinal diseases. Researchers aim to use this database to better understand conditions like age-related macular degeneration an…
Sponsor: National Eye Institute (NEI) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jul 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New eye camera sees cells that may unlock secrets of blindness
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study uses a special camera (adaptive optics) to take detailed pictures of the back of the eye in people with inherited retinal diseases. Researchers want to see how individual cells change over time and after treatments. About 200 participants aged 5 to 70 will be observed,…
Sponsor: The Hospital for Sick Children • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New lens hope for cataract patients with eye membrane
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at 90 cataract patients who also have an epiretinal membrane (a thin layer on the retina). Researchers want to see if a special "functional" lens implant helps them see better without glasses compared to a standard lens. Participants will have their vision checke…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Eye & ENT Hospital of Fudan University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:05 UTC
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New eye scanner tested on 180 volunteers – no treatment involved
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study gathers eye scan images from 180 people with healthy eyes or eye diseases like glaucoma and retinal disease. The goal is to collect data using a new optical coherence tomography (OCT) device called A10900. No treatment or medication is given. The information will help …
Sponsor: Optos, PLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:04 UTC
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New microscope camera could make eye surgery safer and more precise
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study tests a special microscope that takes live 3D images inside the eye during surgery. It aims to help surgeons see better when treating conditions like retinal detachment, macular holes, and cataracts. About 262 people will take part, including healthy volunteers and sur…
Sponsor: Duke University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC