Eye flakes and wrist pain: surprising connection found?

NCT ID NCT06946030

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Ankara Training and Research Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study examined whether pseudoexfoliation syndrome (an eye condition) is related to carpal tunnel syndrome (a wrist nerve problem). Researchers measured blood markers in 159 adults aged 50-80. The goal was to see if these conditions share a common cause, not to test a treatment.

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 successful, this could help doctors understand if pseudoexfoliation syndrome is linked to carpal tunnel syndrome, possibly leading to earlier detection.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed observational study, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to broader populations or lead to direct medical changes.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

carpal tunnel syndrome exfoliation syndrome exfoliation syndrome, susceptibility to

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME (CTS) PSEUDOEXFOLIATION SYNDROME

Contacts and locations

Locations

Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation, University of Health Sciences, Ankara Training and Research Hospital

Ankara, Altindag, 06230, Turkey (Türkiye)

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