Comparing surgical techniques for macular hole repair
Treatments studied
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study compares ten different surgical methods for repairing full-thickness macular holes—small breaks in the central part of the retina that blur vision. You'd be in the study to help doctors learn which technique works best at restoring sight.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have a full-thickness macular hole (a hole in the center of your retina) that needs surgery
- Your vision problem started within the last 12 months
- Your eye is clear enough for detailed imaging scans (OCT) before surgery
- You've never had retinal surgery in this eye before
- You can follow post-surgery positioning instructions and attend 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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