Comparing two corneal cross-linking methods for keratoconus
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study compares two types of corneal cross-linking to treat keratoconus, a condition that makes the front of the eye bulge. The goal is to find which method works better to stop the disease from getting worse.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You can see at least 3 out of 10 lines on an eye chart with glasses or contacts.
- The front clear part of your eye (cornea) is at least 0.4 millimeters thick.
- You have not had any eye surgery in the past.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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