A foldable band vs. vitrectomy for medium-complex retinal detachment
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This trial compares two surgical methods—a new foldable band placed around the eye versus a standard procedure called vitrectomy—to treat retinal detachment when the tear is too complex for a simple sponge. It aims to find which approach gives better results.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have one or more tears in the retina that cannot be fixed with just a small silicone sponge or band, such as a large tear, multiple tears, or tears in different locations.
- You do not have simple retinal detachment that could be treated with a single sponge or band.
- You do not have severe scar tissue (PVR C or D), severe cataract, severe bleeding in the eye, or an unclear hole in the central vision area (macula).
- You have not had eye surgery before, including cataract surgery.
- You do not have other eye diseases that would affect your vision outlook.
- You do not have a health condition that makes it hard to come for follow-up visits.
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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