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New treatment option for Amblyopia
Official title Binocular Amblyopia Treatment
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03288948
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- To evaluate the effectiveness of enhanced binocular amblyopia treatments in achieving a more complete and stable recovery.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 4 to 10
You may be able to join if
- age 4-10 y
- male and female
- strabismic, anisometropic, or combined mechanism amblyopia
- amblyopic eye best-corrected visual acuity 0.3-0.8 logMAR
- fellow eye best-corrected visual acuity ≤0.1 logMAR
You likely can't join if
- prematurity ≥8 weeks
- coexisting ocular or systemic disease
- developmental delay
- strabismus \>5pd
- any binocular amblyopia treatment in the past 3 months
See the full eligibility criteria
- age 4-10 y
- male and female
- strabismic, anisometropic, or combined mechanism amblyopia
- amblyopic eye best-corrected visual acuity 0.3-0.8 logMAR
- fellow eye best-corrected visual acuity ≤0.1 logMAR
- interocular visual acuity difference ≥0.3 logMAR
- wearing glasses (if needed) for 8 weeks or no change visual acuity with glasses at 2 visits
- 4 weeks apart.
- child's ophthalmologist and family must be willing to forgo patching treatment during the 12-week study period
- parent's informed consent
- child must demonstrate understanding and ability to play binocular games
- prematurity ≥8 weeks
- coexisting ocular or systemic disease
- developmental delay
- strabismus \>5pd
- any binocular amblyopia treatment in the past 3 months
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Dallas, Texas, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 4 years to 10 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Dallas, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.