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Official title Upper Punctal Plug Occlusion in Previous Lower Punctal Occlusion.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07571330
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study evaluates the therapeutic effect of upper punctal plug occlusion in patients with dry eye disease with previous lower punctal occlusion.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Patients of both sexes
- One or both eyes may be included
- Inferior lacrimal punctum occluded (with a punctal plug or cauterization), clinically sealed under slit-lamp examination
- Functional superior lacrimal punctum
- Aqueous-deficient dry eye (such as Sjögren's disease, graft-versus-host disease, or primary dry eye disease.)
You likely can't join if
- Active ocular surface infection.
- Patients who are unwilling to participate or to provide written informed consent.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients of both sexes
- One or both eyes may be included
- Inferior lacrimal punctum occluded (with a punctal plug or cauterization), clinically sealed under slit-lamp examination
- Functional superior lacrimal punctum
- Aqueous-deficient dry eye (such as Sjögren's disease, graft-versus-host disease, or primary dry eye disease.)
- Age \>18 years
- OSDI score \>13 and one of the following signs: Tear film markers (Fluorescein tear break up-time \ 5 spots or conjunctival staining \>9 spots).
- Active ocular surface infection.
- Patients who are unwilling to participate or to provide written informed consent.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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