New eye scanner could sharpen diagnosis of corneal problems
NCT ID NCT03504800
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study aims to improve how doctors detect, classify, and treat irregular corneas caused by conditions like keratoconus, dry eye, and corneal scars. Researchers will use a special imaging device called optical coherence tomography (OCT) to get detailed measurements of the cornea. The study involves 445 participants and will also test a new OCT-guided laser treatment to improve vision. The goal is to make diagnosis more accurate and treatments more effective.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Optical coherence tomography (OCT) device
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could improve how doctors diagnose and treat irregular corneas, leading to better vision outcomes for patients.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage study focused on developing and testing new diagnostic methods, not a treatment trial. The new techniques may not prove better than current approaches.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Humberto Martinez
RECRUITINGPortland, Oregon, 97239, United States
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