Vision test could spot if cholesterol drug helps save sight

NCT ID NCT04735263

Summary

This study is testing if a high dose of a common cholesterol-lowering drug (atorvastatin) can slow the progression of intermediate age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss. Researchers will give the drug to 21 participants and use a special 'dark adaptation' vision test to see if it can detect early signs that the treatment is working, before permanent damage occurs. The goal is to find a way to control the disease and preserve vision.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary

    RECRUITING

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

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