New imaging study reveals how implant tames eye inflammation

NCT ID NCT04340505

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study followed 30 uveitis patients who received a fluocinolone acetonide implant to control eye inflammation. Researchers used advanced imaging (OCT, OCTA, fluorescein angiography) to track changes in inflammation over 12 months. The goal was to see if imaging could better measure treatment response than standard exams.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

fluocinolone acetonide implant

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help doctors better monitor and treat uveitis inflammation using imaging, potentially improving long-term disease control.

What could go wrong

This is a small, observational study (30 people) that looks at imaging changes, not a large trial testing a new drug. Results may not apply to all uveitis patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

uveitis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cole Eye Institute Cleveland Clinic Foundation

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44195, United States