Premature birth may leave lasting marks on the optic nerve
NCT ID NCT04067973
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether being born too early changes the structure of the optic nerve, which sends visual signals from the eye to the brain. Researchers will compare eye scans from children aged 5 to 10 who were born prematurely with those born full-term. The tests are painless and non-invasive, and the goal is to understand if prematurity causes lasting differences that could affect future eye health.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If differences are found, it could help doctors better monitor and manage eye health in people born prematurely.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may find no significant differences, and results may not apply to all premature infants.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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CHU de Nantes
Nantes, 44093, France
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