New eye scanner works even when You're flat on your back
NCT ID NCT04661124
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a special eye imaging device that can take pictures of the retina while a person lies down. Researchers compared images from the new device to those from a standard upright device in 88 adults with healthy eyes or retinal disease. The goal was to see if the new device produces images of similar quality and accuracy.
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 allow eye imaging for patients who cannot sit upright, such as those with disabilities or during surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study focused on image quality, not treatment. The device may not prove better or safer than existing methods.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Duke Eye Center
Durham, North Carolina, 27705, United States
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