Corneal lenticule implant for keratoconus
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This trial tests a new surgical procedure using a small piece of corneal tissue (a lenticule) from a donor to strengthen the cornea in people with progressive keratoconus. The goal is to help stop the disease from getting worse.
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Who can take part
- You must have progressive keratoconus, which is a condition where the clear front of your eye (cornea) thins and bulges forward over time.
- You cannot have any active eye infections or inflammation (like a red, painful eye) at the time of the trial.
- Your cornea must be thick enough, at least 420 microns, as measured by your doctor.
- You must not have had any previous eye surgeries, especially on the cornea or the front part of the eye.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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