Radiofrequency treatment for stubborn dry eye
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This trial tests a non-invasive radiofrequency treatment for people with meibomian gland dysfunction (a type of dry eye) that hasn't improved with standard treatments. It aims to see if this therapy can safely help your eyes feel better.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have dry eye in both eyes, with symptoms like discomfort or dryness and at least one sign such as high tear saltiness, low tear film break-up time, or spots on the cornea.
- You have moderate to severe meibomian gland dysfunction (the glands in your eyelids that make oil for tears are blocked or not working well).
- Your condition has not responded to at least three different types of standard treatments (like artificial tears, antibiotics, or heat masks) over the past two years.
- You have light to medium skin tone (Fitzpatrick type I to IV) because darker skin types have higher risk of side effects.
- You are able to understand and give consent.
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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