Preventing retinal detachment in Stickler syndrome with laser
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study tests whether a preventative laser treatment can lower the risk of retinal detachment in people with Stickler syndrome. It's for those who have not yet had a retinal detachment and are healthy enough for the procedure.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must have Stickler syndrome type 1 or type 2 confirmed by a genetic test.
- You have not had a retinal detachment in the eye that would be treated.
- Your eyes are clear enough for the doctor to do laser treatment (no dense cataracts, scars, or poor dilation).
- You haven't had certain past eye surgeries (like cryotherapy, scleral buckle, or vitrectomy) in the study eye.
- You can attend all follow-up visits and have no medical conditions that make the laser unsafe.
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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