Retinal detachment
MONDO:0008375An eye emergency condition which may lead to blindness if left untreated. It is characterized by the separation of the inner retina layers from the underlying pigment epithelium. Causes include trauma, advanced diabetes mellitus, high myopia, and choroid tumors. Symptoms include sudden appearance of floaters, sudden light flushes, and blurred vision.
Also known as: detached retina, retina, detached, retinal detachment
65 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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New surgical trick may fix stubborn eye holes
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested a new surgical technique for macular holes that remained open after standard treatment. The procedure involves moving a thin membrane from the eye to cover the hole. Only 16 people were enrolled, and the study was stopped early, so we don't yet know if this appr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Groupe Hospitalier de la Region de Mulhouse et Sud Alsace • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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Peeling eye membrane during retinal surgery: help or hype?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether peeling a thin membrane inside the eye (the internal limiting membrane) during surgery for a detached retina helps patients see better and prevents scar tissue. The trial was stopped early after enrolling only 21 people, so the results are not strong …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vienna Institute for Research in Ocular Surgery • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC