New contact lenses aim to curb childhood myopia epidemic

NCT ID NCT07547085

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests two types of daily disposable contact lenses designed to slow the progression of myopia (nearsightedness) in children aged 7 to 12. Over two years, 126 Hong Kong Chinese children will wear either a special lens or a standard single-vision lens, with their eyes measured every six months. The goal is to see if these lenses can reduce how fast their eyesight gets worse.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: daily disposable contact lenses with peripheral myopic defocus
What this could lead to: If successful, these lenses could offer a simple way to slow down worsening nearsightedness in children, reducing their risk of severe eye problems later in life.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small, early-stage trial (126 children) and results may not apply to all kids. The lenses might not slow myopia as hoped, and there is a risk of discomfort or eye infections with contact lens wear.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

myopia

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MYOPIA

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