Can eye scans reveal hidden clues about diabetes damage?

NCT ID NCT07747428

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Sohag University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study uses a special eye imaging technique called OCT angiography to look at tiny blood vessels in the retina of people with diabetic retinopathy. Researchers will measure vessel density and other vascular features, then check whether these relate to visual sharpness and blood sugar control (HbA1c) across different stages of the disease. The goal is to better understand how diabetes alters retinal blood flow and what that means for vision.

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 improve understanding of how diabetes damages the retina, potentially guiding earlier detection or better monitoring of diabetic retinopathy.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all patients, and the findings are exploratory rather than definitive.

This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for DIABETIC RETINOPATHY are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diabetic retinopathy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DIABETIC RETINOPATHY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Sohag Ophthalmology Hospital
RECRUITING

Sohag, Egypt

More trials for these conditions

Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.