Laser zaps annoying eye floaters in new trial

NCT ID NCT05800353

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

Summary

This trial tested whether a laser procedure (Nd:YAG vitreolysis) can safely reduce symptoms from bothersome eye floaters, specifically a type called Weiss ring. Seventy adults with floaters for at least one month were randomly assigned to get the laser treatment either right away or after a three-month delay. The study measured how much their symptoms improved and changes in vision-related quality of life.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Nd:YAG laser vitreolysis (laser procedure to break up eye floaters)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a safe, non-surgical option to reduce bothersome eye floaters and improve vision-related quality of life.

What could go wrong

This is a small, single-center trial with 70 participants. The laser may not improve symptoms for everyone, and risks like eye inflammation or vision changes are possible.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Dongyang People's Hospital

    Dongyang, Zhejiang, 322100, China