New eye stent aims to stop constant tearing after surgery
Symptom relief
Terminated
This study tested a new type of tiny tube (stent) placed in the tear duct after surgery to fix blocked tear ducts. The goal was to see if the new stent could relieve severe tearing (epiphora) better than the standard stent. Only 5 adults took part before the study was stopped ear…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Thomas Gardner • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:10 UTC