Alcon Research
Clinical trials sponsored by Alcon Research, explained in plain language.
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Glaucoma implant under the microscope: will it stay put?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is checking whether a small metal implant called the Hydrus Microstent stays in the right place after being placed during cataract surgery. The implant is designed to help drain fluid from the eye and lower pressure in people with open-angle glaucoma. Researchers will …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:07 UTC
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New lens implant aims to sharpen sight after cataracts
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new type of artificial lens, called the Clareon TruPlus, for people having cataract surgery. The lens is placed inside the eye to replace the cloudy natural lens and help restore clear vision. About 122 adults with cataracts and astigmatism will receive th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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New eye lens could let you focus without glasses after cataract surgery
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new type of intraocular lens (IOL) that can be adjusted after cataract surgery using laser energy, potentially allowing the eye to focus at different distances. Researchers will enroll 85 adults with cataracts in both eyes to check safety and how well the …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:35 UTC
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New study checks if popular eye drops really soothe dry eyes
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing two versions of Tears Naturale lubricating eye drops—one with preservatives and one without—in 120 people with mild to moderate dry eye disease. Participants will stop using their usual artificial tears and use only the study drops for the duration of the tr…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New lens tech aims to sharpen sight after cataracts
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests new versions of Clareon Vivity Pro intraocular lenses (IOLs) to see if they improve vision better than current lenses. About 231 adults with cataracts in both eyes will receive one new lens and one current lens to compare results. The main goal is to measure how …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:00 UTC
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New artificial tears put to the test for dry eye sufferers
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study is testing two new artificial tear formulas to see if they are safe and well-tolerated in people with moderate dry eye disease. Researchers will monitor for side effects and eye health in 148 participants who already use artificial tears. The goal is to find better opt…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:01 UTC
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New device could sharpen cataract surgery planning
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new device called Unity DX that measures the eye's shape and focus. The goal is to collect data to help plan cataract surgeries more accurately. About 400 people having cataract treatment will participate. This is a data-gathering study, not a treatment it…
Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 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 Jun 27, 2026 09:06 UTC