New lens design aims to halt worsening eyesight in children

NCT ID NCT07284147

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests special 3D-designed defocus lenses to see if they can slow down myopia (nearsightedness) in children aged 6 to 14. The lenses are meant to control how the eye grows, reducing the need for stronger glasses over time. Researchers will track changes in vision and eye length over the study period.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

3D designed defocus lenses

What this could lead to

If successful, these lenses could offer a non-invasive way to slow down worsening nearsightedness in children, reducing the need for stronger prescriptions.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with 144 participants. The lenses may not work for everyone, and long-term effects are unknown. Myopia progression can vary widely.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

degenerative myopia myopia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Shanghai Eye Diseases Prevention &Treatment Center/ Shanghai Eye Hospital, School of Medicine, Tongji University

    Shanghai, China