Which laser spot works best for glaucoma? small study tests two options

NCT ID NCT06851546

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Mayo Clinic Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tested two different laser treatment locations for open-angle glaucoma: one targeting the nasal side of the eye and one targeting the inferior side. 13 patients received the laser procedure to see which location better lowers eye pressure. The goal is to find the most effective spot for this common glaucoma treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT) procedure
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors choose the best laser spot for glaucoma patients, potentially improving eye pressure control.
What could go wrong: This was a very small study (13 people) and only looked at short-term effects. Results may not apply to all glaucoma patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

ocular hypertension open-angle glaucoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

OPEN ANGLE GLAUCOMA

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Locations

Eye Care Centre, Victoria General Hospital

Halifax, Nova Scotia, NS B3H 2Y9, Canada
Mayo Clinic in Rochester

Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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