A 45-Second eye scan could reveal hidden brain injury
NCT ID NCT05092295
First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a device called HITT that scans the eyes to detect subtle changes in eye movement and alignment that may occur after a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI). About 200 people aged 13 to 45 who recently experienced head trauma will have their eyes scanned, along with a group of healthy controls. The goal is to see if the device can accurately identify those with TBI, potentially offering a quick and objective screening tool.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Head and Intraocular Trauma Tool (HITT) device - a binocular retinal scan that checks eye fixation and alignment
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this eye-scan device could offer a fast, objective way to help diagnose mild traumatic brain injury in emergency settings.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early study with a modest number of participants, and the device may not prove accurate enough for real-world use. Eye scans are indirect measures of brain injury, so results may vary.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Roanoke, Virginia, 24014, United States
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