Recruiting NA Dry Eye Disease (DED)

New treatment option for Dry Eye Disease (DED)

Official title Proteomics Analysis of Human Tears in the Diagnosis and Management of Dry Eye Disease

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07175909

What this study is testing

What it's testing
In this study, the initial tear proteome profiles in Dry Eye Disease (DED) patients, the safety and effectiveness of using an EC certificate DED treatment device in DED management, together with the associated global tear proteome changes, will be investigated.
  • This is a blinded study.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 18 to 65

You may be able to join if

  • OSDI score ≥ 13, and
  • Fail one of the three diagnostic tests:
  • Non-invasive tear break-up time (NITBUT) less than 10s;
  • Tears osmolarity higher than or equals to 308 mOsm/L or inter-ocular difference \> 8 mOsm/L;
  • When assessing with slit lamp, shows more than 9 spots of conjunctival stain with lissamine green, more than 5 spots of corneal stain with...

You likely can't join if

  • Any active ocular infections, inflammations or anomalies in eyelid;
  • Pregnant or lactating;
  • Uncontrolled, newly diagnosed systemic diseases or with modified long-term medications within 6 months;
  • Carrying active implantable devices (e.g., pacemakers and hearing aids)

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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, 18 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Hong Kong, Hong Kong. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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