Porcine collagen implant could help avoid corneal transplants
NCT ID NCT04741230
First seen Jan 20, 2026 · Last updated Jun 24, 2026 · Updated 13 times
Summary
This study tests a new device called the Gebauer Lenticule, a tiny implant made from pig collagen, for people with severe keratoconus or post-LASIK ectasia. The implant is placed inside the cornea to strengthen it and improve stability, potentially delaying or avoiding the need for a corneal transplant. The trial will enroll 15 adults and focus on safety, tolerability, and early signs of effectiveness.
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The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust
RECRUITINGWolverhampton, West Midlands, WV10 0QP, United Kingdom
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Gebauer Lenticule (porcine collagen corneal implant)
What this could lead to
If successful, this implant could offer a less invasive, reversible option to strengthen the cornea and delay or avoid the need for a corneal transplant.
What could go wrong
This is a very early feasibility study with only 15 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Risks include implant rejection, inflammation, or no improvement in vision.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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