New score could help eye surgeons predict who sees best after surgery

NCT ID NCT03329976

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

Summary

This study aimed to validate a scoring system that predicts whether patients will have good vision one year after combined cataract and epiretinal membrane surgery. The score uses factors like age, symptom duration, and initial vision. Researchers planned to enroll 164 adults aged 40 and older, but the study was terminated early.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to
If successful, this could give surgeons a reliable tool to predict which patients will recover good vision after surgery, helping them decide when to operate.
What could go wrong
The study was terminated early, so results may be incomplete. The score is based on a small initial study and needs more validation before it can be widely used.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CHU Dijon Bourgogne

    Dijon, 21079, France

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