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Official title Tear Interleukin Biomarkers After Glaucoma Treatment
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07592988
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This prospective study aims to evaluate inflammatory biomarkers in tear fluid in patients with glaucoma undergoing micropulse transscleral cyclophotocoagulation (MP-CPC), continuous-wave cyclophotocoagulation (CPC), and antiglaucoma surgeries. The study will assess the concentrations of pro- and anti-inflammatory interleukins in tear samples collected before treatment, 5-7 days after the procedure, and 1 month postoperatively.
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
- Decision to treat by MP-CPC Laser
- Patients diagnosed with Glaucoma
- Patients aged 18 years old and above
- Glaucoma that is inadequately controlled on medical therapy
You likely can't join if
- Patients age less than 18 years
- Patients unable or unwilling to provide informed consent to participate in the study
- Patients potentially unavailable for follow up visits
- Patients with significant scleral thinning
- Patients with ocular infection, inflammation or intraocular surgery in the study eye 2 months prior to enrollment in the study
- Albino patients that have no iris pigmentation
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Almaty, Kazakhstan
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 Almaty, Kazakhstan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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