DIABETIC RETINOPATHY

This study tests a one-time gene therapy called surabgene lomparvovec (Sura-vec) for diabetic retinopathy, a common eye problem from diabetes that can lead to blindness. About 576 adults with moderate-to-severe non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy will receive either the gene t…

This early-stage trial tests an experimental drug called RO7663498, given as an injection into the eye, for people with diabetic retinopathy. The main goal is to check safety and how the drug moves through the body. About 30 participants will receive multiple doses to see if it i…

This study tests whether N-acetyl cysteine (NAC), a safe supplement, can reduce oxidative stress and improve eye health in people with type 2 diabetes who have mild to moderate diabetic retinopathy. About 76 adults aged 18-70 will take NAC to see if it lowers damage to blood vess…

This study compares having one laser treatment versus several sessions for a serious diabetic eye condition that can cause blindness. Researchers want to see which approach is safer and works better. The study will involve 40 adults with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who have this ey…

This study tests whether levosulpiride, a drug already used for other conditions, can safely improve vision and reduce retinal swelling in people with diabetic retinopathy and diabetic macular edema. About 120 adults aged 40-69 with mild to moderate eye damage will receive either…

This early-stage trial tests an oral drug called MS-553 in 45 people with diabetic macular edema, a condition that causes vision loss in people with diabetes. Participants take the drug daily for 8 weeks. The main goal is to check safety, but researchers will also measure changes…

This 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…

This study will enroll nearly 3,000 people with type 2 diabetes to improve how diabetic retinopathy (an eye disease) is diagnosed and managed. Researchers will use eye exams, blood tests, and continuous glucose monitors to build better models for predicting and treating the condi…

This study tests a new dye called MB-102 for taking pictures of the back of the eye (retina) to diagnose conditions like diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration. About 10 adults with healthy or diseased eyes will receive both the new dye and a standard dye to compare safety…

This study compares a technology-enhanced eye exam to a standard optometric exam for detecting three leading causes of blindness: glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and cataracts. About 900 adults at a Federally Qualified Health Center will be randomly assigned to one of the two exa…

This study compares two ways of screening for diabetic eye disease: using artificial intelligence to read retinal photos versus having eye doctors review them. About 922 adults with diabetes will get their eyes photographed in a primary care clinic. The goal is to see if AI can m…

This study tests an artificial intelligence system called iPredict-DR that analyzes retinal photos to detect diabetic retinopathy, a leading cause of blindness. Researchers will enroll 922 adults with diabetes at primary care and endocrinology clinics. The AI's accuracy will be c…

This trial tests whether a community-based screening program using advanced eye imaging (OCT, fundus photography, and pressure checks) can prevent vision loss from age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma better than simple vision tests alone. About 60…

This early-phase trial tests whether a one-hour occupational therapy session—teaching strategies like better lighting, contrast, and organizational tools—can help people with age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, or glaucoma manage their medications. Fifty parti…

This study tests whether taking 3 mg of melatonin each night for 8 weeks can improve sleep and daily body rhythms in people with diabetic retinopathy. Researchers will track sleep patterns and hormone levels in 42 adults aged 40-65 with type 2 diabetes and moderate eye damage. Th…

This study looks at whether repairing blocked leg blood vessels within 48 hours helps heal foot ulcers in people with type 2 diabetes faster than waiting for a scheduled procedure. About 200 adults with diabetic foot sores will be randomly assigned to early or standard treatment.…

This 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…

This study uses a special eye scan (OCT angiography) to take detailed pictures of blood vessels in the back of the eye. Researchers will follow about 1,050 people with retinal diseases like diabetic retinopathy and healthy volunteers to see how these images can help detect early …

This study aims to find a blood marker that can tell how healthy the blood vessels in the eye are for people with diabetic retinopathy. Researchers will collect blood samples from 192 participants with type 2 diabetes and analyze special cells in the blood. The goal is to discove…

This study is creating a large database of eye measurements from 3,000 people with inflammatory eye diseases like diabetic retinopathy and age-related macular degeneration. Researchers will use advanced imaging to collect detailed information from both the front and back of the e…

This study aims to see if short videos featuring Latinx patients and doctors can encourage more Latinx people with diabetes to get regular eye exams. Researchers will survey about 1,500 people and hold small group discussions to measure changes in eye health knowledge and trust i…

This study measures levels of a protein called sCD160 in eye fluid and blood samples from 120 adults with diabetic retinopathy or retinal vein occlusion. Researchers want to see if sCD160 levels are linked to the severity of these eye conditions. Participants provide samples duri…

This study is testing whether a simple vision screening program in general practice can help detect vision loss early in adults over 70 who have at least one chronic condition. Participants will have three vision tests done by their GP or nurse, then visit a collaborating opticia…

This study tests two simple ways to help people attend eye hospital appointments after being screened for age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, or glaucoma. About 3,000 participants who need a follow-up visit will get either a text reminder, a home visit from a …

This study follows 100 people with type 2 diabetes who have moderate to severe diabetic retinopathy, a condition that can lead to vision loss. Researchers will use advanced eye scans and imaging to track changes in the retina over two years. The goal is to find better ways to pre…

This observational study will follow 1,000 people with type 2 diabetes for one year to see if changes in the eye's blood vessels and tissues can predict worsening diabetic retinopathy and related heart problems. Researchers will use advanced imaging and medical records to track e…

This study aims to understand the natural bacteria living on the surface of the eye in both healthy people and those with certain eye conditions. Researchers will collect eye swabs from 500 adults in middle Tennessee to build a database of what a normal eye microbiome looks like.…

This early-stage study explores whether stem cells made from a person's own blood can help repair damaged blood vessels in the eye caused by diabetic retinopathy. Researchers will create these stem cells in a lab and test them in animals to see if they can grow new, healthy blood…

This 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…

This study looks at how a cholesterol-regulating protein called LXR might protect the eyes in people with diabetic retinopathy. Researchers will take blood samples from 104 adults with or without diabetes to test how certain blood cells function. The goal is to understand the bio…