Superficial corneal dystrophy
MONDO:0020212The superficial corneal dystrophies refer to a group of rare genetically determined corneal dystrophies (CDs) characterized by lesions affecting the corneal epithelium and its basement membrane and the superficial corneal stroma, and variable effects on vision depending on the type of dystrophy.
Also known as: anterior corneal dystrophy, corneal epithelium corneal dystrophy (disease), dystrophy of anterior cornea
14 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Half the dose, same hope? trial tests cutting hormone therapy in prostate cancer
Disease control Recruiting nowThis phase 3 trial is testing whether giving men with metastatic prostate cancer half the standard dose of certain hormone therapies (called ARPIs) can be just as effective as the full dose, while causing less fatigue and fewer treatment stoppages. About 1,500 men with prostate c…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: University College, London • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 06, 2026 00:00 UTC
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New combo aims to keep prostate cancer in check with lower chemo dose
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests a combination of darolutamide, hormone therapy, and a lower dose of the chemotherapy drug docetaxel in men with metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer. The goal is to see if this approach can keep PSA levels very low (below 0.2 ng/mL) at 24 weeks while redu…
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Yonghong Li • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Laser before eye implant may prevent glaucoma damage
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether giving a laser treatment (transscleral cyclophotocoagulation) to lower eye pressure before a Boston keratoprosthesis (a plastic cornea implant) can prevent or slow glaucoma. Twenty adults who need the implant will receive one of two laser types 4-8 weeks …
Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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New eye scanner could sharpen diagnosis of corneal problems
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to improve how doctors detect, classify, and treat irregular corneas caused by conditions like keratoconus, dry eye, and corneal scars. Researchers will use a special imaging device called optical coherence tomography (OCT) to get detailed measurements of the corn…
Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:49 UTC
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German eye registry reveals shifting trends in corneal transplants
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis long-term study collects data from over 100 eye clinics in Germany to see how corneal transplant surgeries have changed since 2001. Researchers track the number of surgeries, the types of procedures used, and the reasons people need them. The goal is to understand trends, no…
Sponsor: Universität des Saarlandes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 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