Could your own blood cure dry eye? plasma drops put to the test

NCT ID NCT05121493

Terminated Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Rochester Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 16, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether eye drops made from a patient's own platelet-rich plasma can improve dry eye symptoms. Participants with dry eye syndrome will receive either platelet-rich plasma drops or plasma drops without platelets. The trial measures changes in vision, tear film quality, and eye surface temperature to see if the drops help.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: platelet-rich plasma tear drops and platelet-poor plasma tear drops
What this could lead to: If effective, these drops could offer a new treatment option for people with dry eye syndrome.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study, so results may not apply to everyone. The drops are made from the patient's own blood, which limits availability.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dry eye syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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DRY EYE SYNDROMES

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Locations

Flaum Eye Institute at the University of Rochester

Rochester, New York, 14642, United States

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