Comparing two treatments for large macular holes
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study compares two surgical methods for repairing large macular holes, a condition that affects the center of the retina and can blur vision. The goal is to see which technique works better for closing the hole and improving eyesight.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have a large macular hole (more than 400 micrometers wide) confirmed by a special eye scan.
- Your macular hole is not caused by an injury or severe nearsightedness.
- You do not have other eye diseases that affect vision, such as advanced glaucoma or age-related macular degeneration.
- You have not had previous eye surgery on the retina or vitreous.
- You are willing to lie face down for a period after surgery and can attend follow-up visits for 6 months.
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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