Ophthalmology
Eyes & vision clinical trials
Eye disease and conditions that affect sight. We’re tracking 1,816 recruiting studies in this area right now.
By phase
- Not applicable1,253
- Phase 3130
- Phase 2121
- Phase 1120
- Phase 491
- Phase 1/Phase 285
- Phase 2/Phase 316
Top conditions
- Glaucoma108
- Cataract90
- Myopia89
- Diabetic Retinopathy52
- Dry Eye42
- Keratoconus34
- Age-Related Macular Degeneration33
- Retinitis Pigmentosa31
- Sjogren's Syndrome29
- Diabetic Macular Edema26
- Eye Diseases26
- Graves Disease26
- Amblyopia24
- Astigmatism23
- Dry Eye Disease (DED)23
- Multiple Sclerosis23
- Retinal Disease23
- Macular Degeneration22
Leading sponsors
- Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University28
- Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University23
- Medical University of Vienna19
- Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild18
- National Taiwan University Hospital17
- Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris16
- Eye & ENT Hospital of Fudan University15
- National Eye Institute (NEI)15
- Shanghai Eye Disease Prevention and Treatment Center15
- Duke University13
Where studies are running
- California141
- Arizona66
- Texas41
- Maryland39
- New York34
- Massachusetts33
- Florida32
- Alabama27
- North Carolina21
- Pennsylvania21
Recruiting studies1,816 total
- NCT06475651Recruiting
DNA patterns in rare prenatal diseases
This study looks at DNA patterns in fetuses or children with rare genetic conditions. It aims to better understand how these patterns relate to diseases that start before birth, which could help with diagnosis and future care.
ParisAges birth–18 years - NCT06477809Recruiting
Testing a device to help blind people with daily tasks
This trial tests a new device (ARIA) that helps people who are blind navigate daily tasks. If you have no light perception or only light perception, use a long cane, and are comfortable with a smartphone, you may be able to take part in 4 sessions in Sydney.
Sydney, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT06478407Recruiting
Diabetic Retinopathy Screening in Tianjin 2024
This trial is a community screening program in Tianjin that checks people with diabetes for diabetic retinopathy. It aims to find early signs of eye damage from diabetes so you can get the right care.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges Any age - NCT06482996Recruiting
General anesthesia and eye pressure in older cataract patients
This study looks at how general anesthesia affects blood pressure and eye pressure in older adults having cataract surgery. It helps doctors understand if the anesthesia is safe and works well for people in this age group.
IstanbulAges 65–85 - NCT07693829Recruiting
Smart bed-exit alert for cataract surgery patients
This trial tests a smart bed-exit alert device to help detect when patients get out of bed before eye surgery. It aims to improve safety in the operating room.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07238387Recruiting
AR glasses for testing eye movements in vertigo patients
This trial tests whether a pair of AR glasses can help doctors check eye movements (nystagmus) in people with vertigo or dizziness. You would compare the new glasses with standard testing, and it might be more comfortable and wearable.
Kaohsiung, TaiwanAges 18 years+ - NCT07632534Recruiting
Serum Eye Drops for Severe Dry Eye Study
This study tests a new eye drop treatment made from your own blood serum for severe dry eye that hasn't improved with standard treatments. Researchers will analyze proteins in your tears to understand why this treatment works and who benefits most.
Saint-EtienneAges 18 years+ - NCT06487897RecruitingPhase 3
Presbyopia correction with the VIS Opti-K system
This trial tests a new treatment called the VIS Opti-K™ System to help people with presbyopia (age-related trouble seeing up close) see better without glasses. It uses a special lens to improve near vision in one eye while keeping distance vision clear.
Boca Raton, FloridaAges 40 years+ - NCT06489873Recruiting
Lutein, Zeaxanthin, and Fish Oil for Macular Health
This study tests whether taking daily supplements of lutein, zeaxanthin, and fish oil can improve the protective pigment in your eyes. It may help people with low macular pigment and good vision who are not already taking high doses of these nutrients.
College Station, TexasAges 18–45 - NCT06491615Recruiting
eyeGENE study: genetics of rare eye diseases
This study collects DNA samples and medical information from people with rare inherited eye diseases and their close relatives. The goal is to learn more about the genetic causes of these conditions and improve diagnosis and care.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 1 day–120 years - NCT06492538Recruiting
Eye changes after glaucoma angle surgery
This study looks at how your eye's drainage angle changes after glaucoma surgery. It helps doctors understand what happens to the front part of your eye after procedures like laser or surgery to open the drainage area.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 30–85 - NCT06500728Recruiting
Vision involvement in giant cell arteritis
This study looks at how vision is affected in people with giant cell arteritis (GCA) -- a condition where blood vessels become inflamed. It compares those with GCA-related vision loss to people who have similar vision problems but not from GCA, to better understand and treat these eye issues.
Milan, LombardyAges 18 years+ - NCT06502015Recruiting
Biomarkers in nervous system autoimmune diseases
This study looks for biomarkers (biological clues) in people with autoimmune diseases of the nervous system. It aims to discover better ways to diagnose and treat these conditions.
WuhanAges 18 years+ - NCT06506149Recruiting
Microwave ablation for relapsed Graves' disease
This study tests if microwave ablation (a heat-based treatment) can help people whose Graves' disease returned after medication. It is a non-surgical option that may avoid lifelong medication or surgery.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06513000Recruiting
Dry eye changes after cataract surgery
This study measures how dry eyes get after cataract surgery. It may help patients know what to expect after their operation.
SohagAges 45 years+ - NCT06519266RecruitingPhase 3
Liver treatment with immunotherapy for uveal melanoma that spread to the liver
This trial tests whether adding a liver-directed therapy (PHP) to a combination of two immunotherapy drugs (ipilimumab and nivolumab) works better than the immunotherapy drugs alone for people whose uveal melanoma has spread to the liver.
GothenburgAges 18 years+ - NCT06520410RecruitingPhase 4
Short vitrectomy tool for children's eye surgery
This trial tests a shorter, 18-millimeter tool for vitrectomy surgery in children. It aims to see if this smaller tool is safe and works well for treating various eye problems in kids.
TaoyuanAges birth–18 years - NCT06523504RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Atropine Drops with Special Glasses for Myopia in Children
This trial tests whether a combination of low-dose atropine eye drops (0.02% or 0.04%) and special glasses (called DIMS) can slow down the worsening of moderate to high myopia in children aged 6 to 12.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 6–12 - NCT06523751Recruiting
Predicting success of a glaucoma surgery with a quick test
This study tests a new quick procedure called trabeculopuncture to see if it can predict whether a more involved glaucoma surgery (ab interno trabeculectomy) will work for you. If you have a specific type of glaucoma, high eye pressure despite drops, and need cataract surgery, this trial might help lower your pressure and reduce medications.
Würzburg, BavariaAges 18 years+ - NCT06524882RecruitingPhase 3
Special glasses for lazy eye in children 8 to 12 years old
This trial tests if special movies or games viewed through a headset can improve vision in children with lazy eye (amblyopia). It compares these treatments to wearing glasses alone.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 8–12 - NCT06527326Recruiting
Gut bacteria and central serous chorioretinopathy study
This study looks at the link between gut bacteria and central serous chorioretinopathy (CSC), a condition where fluid builds up under the retina. It may help us understand why some people get CSC and find better ways to treat it.
Hanzhou, ZhejiangAges Any age - NCT06529744Recruiting
Using blood tests to better diagnose early dementia
This study is testing whether simple blood tests can help doctors better understand the type and progression of memory or thinking problems in people with early dementia. It aims to improve confidence in the diagnosis and future outlook.
North York, OntarioAges 30–95 - NCT06536075Recruiting
Salivary gland function in Sjogren's syndrome
This study looks at how well your salivary glands work and if there is a connection with a special scan called sialoscintigraphy. It may help people with or without dry mouth symptoms and a Sjogren's diagnosis.
TaipeiAges 20–70 - NCT06539637RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Ketorolac levels in eye fluid during cataract and vitrectomy surgery
This study looks at how much of the drug ketorolac (a pain and inflammation medicine) gets into the fluid inside your eye when it's given as eye drops during combined cataract and vitrectomy surgery. It may help doctors understand if using another drug called phenylephrine alongside it changes those levels.
Westbury, New YorkAges 18 years+
Common questions
- How many eyes & vision clinical trials are recruiting?
- Clin2 is tracking 1,816 recruiting ophthalmology studies from the U.S. registry right now, out of 2,919 we cover in this area in total.
- What does “Eyes & vision” cover here?
- Eye disease and conditions that affect sight. We group each study into eyes & vision based on the conditions it studies, so you can scan the whole therapeutic area at once and drill into a specific condition.
- How do I find a eyes & vision trial near me?
- Use the search to filter eyes & vision studies by location and eligibility. Every Clin2 trial page explains the criteria in plain English and offers a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read — the study team makes the final decision.
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Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov; specialty groupings are derived from each study’s conditions. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.