X-linked corneal dermoid
MONDO:0010579X-linked corneal dermoid (X-CND) is an exceedingly rare, benign, congenital, corneal tumor characterized by bilateral opacification of the cornea with superficial grayish layers and irregular raised whitish plaques, as well as fine blood vessels covering the central cornea, and intact peripheral corneal borders.No other ocular or systemic abnormality is noted. The pattern of inheritance described in the affected family is consistent with X-linked transmission.
Also known as: Guízar Vázquez-Luengas-muñoz syndrome, corneal dystrophy epithelial-short stature syndrome, CND, Guizar-Vazquez Luengas-Munoz syndrome, bilateral corneal dermoids, corneal dermoids and short stature, dermoids of cornea
7 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 0 tagged with X-linked corneal dermoid itself.
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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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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