AI eye scanner could catch retina disease earlier

NCT ID NCT07680244

Recruiting now Diagnosis Sponsor: Carl Zeiss Meditec-Dublin CoCe Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 02, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026

Summary

This study evaluates PathFinder 1.0, a software that analyzes OCT images of the retina to detect macular abnormalities such as epiretinal membrane, dry age-related macular degeneration, and other retinal conditions. About 400 adults with and without macular issues will undergo standard OCT imaging, and the software's ability to correctly identify abnormalities will be measured. The goal is to see if this tool can reliably assist doctors in diagnosing retinal diseases.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: PathFinder 1.0 software on CIRRUS HD-OCT
What this could lead to: If successful, this software could help eye doctors spot macular abnormalities more accurately and quickly from routine OCT scans.
What could go wrong: This is a diagnostic accuracy study, not a treatment trial. The software may not perform equally well across all types of retinal conditions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Atrophy dry age related macular degeneration preretinal fibrosis retinal disorder

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Contacts and locations

Locations

Eyecare Medical Group
RECRUITING

Portland, Maine, 04102, United States
Moyes Eye Center
RECRUITING

Kansas City, Missouri, 64154, United States
Northern California Retina Vitreous Associates
RECRUITING

Mountain View, California, 94040, United States
Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry
RECRUITING

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33328, United States
Premier Eyecare of San Francisco
COMPLETED

San Francisco, California, 94110, United States
Retina Associates
RECRUITING

Tucson, Arizona, 85704, United States

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