New Light-Based technique reveals corneal strength in real time
NCT ID NCT04598932
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study uses a special light-based technique called Brillouin microscopy to measure the stiffness of the cornea in people with keratoconus, a condition where the cornea thins and bulges. Researchers will compare measurements before and after treatments like corneal cross-linking or refractive surgery. The goal is to better understand how these procedures affect corneal strength, not to directly treat the disease.
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Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute
Cleveland, Ohio, 44195, United States