Eye surgery silicone may change cornea cells, study finds

NCT ID NCT07418606

First seen Feb 27, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 9 times

Summary

This study looks at how silicone oil, used to repair a detached retina, affects the cells on the inner surface of the cornea. Researchers will check cell density and shape changes in 40 patients at 1 and 3 months after surgery. They also want to see if these changes go away after the silicone oil is removed.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Minia University

    Minya, 61111, Egypt

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