Electric zaps to the eye may boost sight in rare disease
NCT ID NCT02086890
First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This study tests a treatment called transcorneal electrical stimulation in 21 adults with retinitis pigmentosa, a condition that causes vision loss. The goal is to see if this therapy can improve visual field and sharpness. Participants receive the stimulation and are followed for up to 6 months.
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Nova Southeastern University; College of Optometry
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33328, United States
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