Eye drop showdown: three Anti-Inflammatories battle to save sight after cataract surgery
NCT ID NCT07178639
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study compares three different NSAID eye drops (bromfenac, nepafenac, and diclofenac) to see which one best prevents cystoid macular edema, a type of swelling that can blur vision after cataract surgery. About 150 adults having cataract surgery will be randomly assigned to one of the three drops. They will be followed for six weeks with eye exams and vision tests. The goal is to find the most effective option for routine use.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- NSAID eye drops (bromfenac, nepafenac, diclofenac)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could identify which eye drop works best to prevent vision-threatening swelling after cataract surgery, improving recovery for millions.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage comparison trial (150 people) with no placebo group. Results may not apply to all patients, and differences between drugs may be small.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Oblastní nemocnice Kolín a.s.
RECRUITINGKolín, 28002, Czechia
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