Can the eye's stiffness predict blurry vision after cataract surgery?
NCT ID NCT07722247
First seen Jul 23, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether the stiffness of the cornea influences how much astigmatism (blurring from an irregularly shaped cornea) develops after cataract surgery in people with pseudoexfoliation syndrome, a condition that weakens eye tissues. Researchers will measure corneal biomechanics before and after surgery in 70 adults aged 50–85, comparing those with and without pseudoexfoliation. The goal is to see if preoperative corneal properties can predict surgical outcomes, which could help tailor future procedures.
What this could mean
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- What this could lead to
- If corneal stiffness is found to predict post-surgery astigmatism, surgeons may adjust their technique to improve visual outcomes for patients with pseudoexfoliation syndrome.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial, so it cannot directly improve outcomes. The findings may not apply to all types of cataract surgery or patient populations.
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Eye Clinic Medic Jukic
Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska County, 21000, Croatia
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