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New treatment option for Macular Degeneration, Senile
Official title Subthreshold Laser Treatment for Reticular Pseudodrusen Secondary to Age-related Macular Degeneration
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04847635
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Prospective, randomized, controlled, longitudinal, interventional multicentric study involving patients with reticular pseudodrusen secondary to AMD. The objective of this study is to establish the effectiveness of subthreshold laser treatment in increase/prevent the decrease of the retinal sensibility in patients with reticular pseudodrusen, and to reduce the progression of RPD to atrophy.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 55 and older
You may be able to join if
- 50 years or older
- Presence of RPD secondary to AMD
- Best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) between 20/20 and 20/400 inclusive
- Clear ocular media
- Ability to provide informed consent and attend all study visits
You likely can't join if
- Presence of Geographic Atrophy (GA)
- Evidence of choroidal neovascularization in either eye
- Any prior treatment for AMD, aside from antioxidants
- Any corneal opacity, cataract formation and hemorrhage in the vitreous body, which may interfere with viewing by the laser surgeon of the target...
- Aphakic eye with vitreous in the anterior chamber
- Neovascular Glaucoma
See the full eligibility criteria
- 50 years or older
- Presence of RPD secondary to AMD
- Best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) between 20/20 and 20/400 inclusive
- Clear ocular media
- Ability to provide informed consent and attend all study visits
- Presence of Geographic Atrophy (GA)
- Evidence of choroidal neovascularization in either eye
- Any prior treatment for AMD, aside from antioxidants
- Any corneal opacity, cataract formation and hemorrhage in the vitreous body, which may interfere with viewing by the laser surgeon of the target structures
- Aphakic eye with vitreous in the anterior chamber
- Neovascular Glaucoma
- Glaucoma caused by congenital angle anomalies
- Open angle of less than 90º or extensive peripheral anterior and low synechia, present circumferentially around the corner
- Significant corneal edema or reduced water clarity that obscures the view angle in detail
- Glaucoma secondary to active uveitis
- Any other ocular condition that would progress in the study period and confound visual acuity assessment
- Any ocular or systemic medication known to be toxic to the lens, retina or optic nerve Presence of idiopathic or autoimmune-associated uveitis
- Any intraocular surgery 3 months of entry
- Any prior thermal laser in the macula
- History of vitrectomy, filtering surgery, corneal transplant or retinal detachment surgery
- Previous therapeutic radiation in the ocular region in either eye
- Any treatment with an investigational agent in the previous 60 days before study entry
- Women of child-bearing potential, defined as all women less than 1 year postmenopausal or less than 6 weeks since sterilization (further definition can be found in Section 12.7) at Baseline, unless they are using highly...
- Participation in an investigational drug, biologic, or device study within 6 Months prior to Baseline [Note: observational clinical studies solely involving over-the-counter vitamins, supplements, or diets are not...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Genova, Italy
- Milan, Italy
- Rome, Italy
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, 55 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Genova, Italy; Milan, Italy; Rome, Italy. 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.