Magnetic eye cells tested in cataract surgery safety trial

NCT ID NCT05587205

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This early-stage trial tests a new treatment called EO2002, which uses magnetic human corneal cells injected into the eye during or after cataract surgery. The goal is to see if it is safe and tolerable for patients with low corneal cell counts. The study involves 32 participants and compares EO2002 to a sham (fake) injection.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Magnetic human corneal endothelial cells (EO2002)

What this could lead to

If safe, this could lead to a new way to repair the cornea after cataract surgery, potentially reducing the need for corneal transplants.

What could go wrong

This is a very early Phase 1 trial with only 32 people, focused on safety. It is too small to prove effectiveness, and the cells may not work as hoped or could cause side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cataract Corneal Endothelial Cell Loss

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Asociacion para Evitar la Ceguera en Mexico

    RECRUITING

    Mexico City, Mexico City, 04030, Mexico

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••