Vance Thompson Vision
Clinical trials sponsored by Vance Thompson Vision, explained in plain language.
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Lens implants vs. laser: which fix for nearsightedness comes out on top?
Disease control CompletedThis trial compares two ways to correct nearsightedness: implanting a small lens inside the eye (EVO+ ICL) and reshaping the cornea with a laser (LASIK). Researchers are measuring how well each procedure improves vision, as well as side effects like glare, dry eye, and night visi…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vance Thompson Vision • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 19, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Could a melt tablet replace IV sedation for eye surgery?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether a melt tablet containing midazolam and ketamine works as well as IV sedation for keeping people calm and pain-free during cataract surgery. Over 1,100 adults aged 55-80 took part. Researchers measured sedation levels, pain scores, and whether extra pa…
Sponsor: Vance Thompson Vision • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:29 UTC
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New contact lens could ease pain after laser eye surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis early study tested a special contact lens that slowly releases a numbing drug (tetracaine) to manage pain after PRK eye surgery. Ten people wore the medicated lens in one eye and a standard lens in the other. Researchers tracked how much pain medication they needed and how w…
Phase: EARLY_PHASE1 • Sponsor: Vance Thompson Vision • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:48 UTC