Eye test could reveal hidden blood vessel damage in heart and kidney patients

NCT ID NCT02132741

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study uses a quick, painless eye scan (OCT) to see if blood vessels in the eye look different in people with high blood pressure or chronic kidney disease compared to healthy people. Researchers want to learn if these differences improve with treatment. About 150 adults aged 18-80 will take part.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

chronic kidney disease chronic renal failure syndrome hypertensive disorder ornithine carbamoyltransferase deficiency

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of Edinburgh

    RECRUITING

    Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH164TJ, United Kingdom

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