Breathing and eye pressure: new study explores the link in kids

NCT ID NCT06275308

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study looks at how changing carbon dioxide levels in the blood affects eye pressure and the thickness of a layer in the back of the eye (the choroid) in children. Researchers will adjust CO2 levels during routine eye exams under anesthesia and measure the eye's response. The goal is to better understand how breathing and eye health are connected.

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  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center

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    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15224, United States

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