Eye drop vs. insert for recovery after cornea crosslinking
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways to manage inflammation after corneal crosslinking for keratoconus: a tiny steroid insert placed in the tear duct versus standard steroid eye drops. It aims to see which option is easier and works just as well.
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Who can take part
- You are 13 years old or older
- You have progressive keratoconus in both eyes
- You are scheduled for corneal crosslinking on both eyes
- Your cornea is at least 400 microns thick before surgery
- You need general anesthesia for the procedure
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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