Could lower eye pressure during cataract surgery reduce corneal damage?

NCT ID NCT06611670

First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026

Summary

This study investigates whether using a lower, more natural eye pressure during cataract surgery reduces trauma to the cornea compared to traditional high-pressure methods. The Active Sentry device helps maintain stable pressure by sensing changes in the eye. Researchers will measure corneal thickness after surgery as an indicator of damage, and also track fluid use and surgery time. The study includes adults with similar cataracts in both eyes who have not had prior eye surgery.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Active Sentry device

What this could lead to

If successful, this could lead to safer cataract surgery with less damage to the cornea and optic nerve.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with 31 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. The benefits of lower pressure may not outweigh surgical efficiency.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cataract

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal

    Montreal, Quebec, Canada