Can eye surgery work for HIV patients in africa? new study aims to find out
NCT ID NCT04704648
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether it's practical to surgically remove a type of eye surface tumor (OSSN) in people living with HIV in Sub-Saharan Africa. About 84 participants will have the tumor cut out and be followed for a year to see if the procedure is safe and if patients return for check-ups. The goal is to gather information to plan larger future studies, not to prove the surgery cures or controls the disease.
What this could mean
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Active substance
surgical excision
What this could lead to
If successful, this could pave the way for larger studies to improve treatment of eye surface tumors in people with HIV in Africa.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study, not designed to prove the surgery works. It may not show clear benefits or be generalizable to all patients.
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Uganda Cancer Institute
RECRUITINGKampala, Uganda
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