New heat therapy for dry eyes shows promise in clinical trial
NCT ID NCT03857919
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 25, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study tested a device called TearCare, which uses heat to unblock oil glands in the eyelids, in 235 adults with dry eye disease. Participants were randomly assigned to receive TearCare or another device (LipiFlow). The goal was to see if TearCare safely improves tear film stability and gland function, reducing dry eye symptoms. Results showed improvements in tear break-up time and gland secretion scores.
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Locations
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Cincinnati Eye Institute
Edgewood, Kentucky, 41017, United States
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Eye Research Foundation
Newport Beach, California, 92663, United States
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Harvard Eye Associates
Laguna Hills, California, 92653, United States
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Jackson Eye
Lake Villa, Illinois, 60046, United States
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Kentucky Eye Institute
Lexington, Kentucky, 40517, United States
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Loh Ophthalmology Associates
Miami, Florida, 33143, United States
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Ophthalmology Associates
St Louis, Missouri, 63131, United States
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Parkhurst NuVision
San Antonio, Texas, 78229, United States
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Schwartz Laser Eye Center
Scottsdale, Arizona, 85260, United States
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Vance Thompson Vision
Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 57108, United States
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