Stem cell eye drops show promise for Hard-to-Treat corneal damage

NCT ID NCT05204329

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

Summary

This early-stage study tested the safety of eye drops made from stem cell secretions in 9 adults with chronic corneal surface disease that did not improve with standard treatments. The drops were given in increasing doses to find the safest amount. Researchers checked for side effects and measured changes in the cornea's surface and vision over 28 days.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

corneal disorder corneal ulcer

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Illinois at Chicago

    Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States