New eye scanner could sharpen vision for transplant patients
NCT ID NCT05210478
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study will test a new type of eye imaging called OCT in 24 adults who have had a cornea transplant. The goal is to see if the new method can take clearer pictures of the eye to help doctors better detect eye diseases. Participants will have their eyes scanned with the new device, and the images will be compared to standard scans.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 24 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Jan 2027
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Jan 2030
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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Who is studied
The subject population includes both males and females. All study subjects will be \>18 years with diagnosis of cornea transplant (keratoplasty). All subjects included in the study will be informed of their rights and voluntary nature of the study. The study and informed consent form will be reviewed with subjects by the principal investigator (Christine Shieh, MD. Subjects will have the opportunity to read and review the consent form and ask any questions. Informed consent will be obtained for all subjects.
- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Adults (\>18 years) with diagnosis of cornea transplant (keratoplasty) Exclusion Criteria: * Children or adults unable to consent * Healthy adults (\>18 years) without diagnosis of cornea transplant (keratoplasty)
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Locations
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Vanderbilt University
Nashville, Tennessee, 37235, United States
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