Remote study for evaporative dry eye disease
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study tests if people with evaporative dry eye can monitor their condition from home using a smartphone app and mail-in tests. No treatment is given; the goal is to see if remote research is possible.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have evaporative dry eye disease (confirmed by an eye exam with little to no staining and normal tear production).
- You are willing to collect your own tear samples at home.
- You have internet access and can get to a mailbox.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women are welcome.
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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