New combo eye surgery aims to fix thin corneas and improve vision
NCT ID NCT07277348
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tests a procedure called PRK-Plus, which combines laser vision correction with corneal cross-linking to treat thin, suspicious corneas. The goal is to improve vision and strengthen the cornea to prevent future problems. Sixty participants with thin corneas and certain vision issues will be enrolled. The study will measure how much vision improves and how safe the procedure is in the short term.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- PRK-Plus (photorefractive keratectomy combined with accelerated cross-linking)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could offer a way to improve vision and stabilize thin corneas, potentially reducing the risk of progression to more serious conditions.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early pilot study with no control group, so results may not be conclusive. There are risks from the procedure itself, such as infection or corneal haze.
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Conditions
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