Collagen factors in fast-progressing keratoconus in kids
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study looks at why keratoconus gets worse quickly in children. You may help doctors understand how collagen affects the condition.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have keratoconus and are visiting a refractive clinic.
- Your cornea has certain measurements found by a special camera.
- You are between 10 and 50 years old.
- You can attend follow-up visits and your parent or guardian agrees to the study.
- You have not worn contact lenses in the last 4 weeks.
- You have no history of eye injury, eye surgery (including corneal cross-linking), or other eye diseases.
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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