Dry eye changes after cataract surgery
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study measures how dry eyes get after cataract surgery. It may help patients know what to expect after their operation.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are having cataract surgery.
- You are older than 45 years.
- You do not have any eye surface conditions or eyelid problems.
- You are not taking certain medications that affect tear production (like some allergy pills, eyedrops with preservatives, or birth control pills).
- You do not have diabetes, high blood pressure, or rheumatoid arthritis.
- You have not had eye surgery in the past that could affect tears (like laser vision correction or eyelid surgery).
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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