Dry eye relief and comfort after cataract surgery
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study tests a treatment called Lacrifill to see if it helps reduce dry eye symptoms after cataract surgery. You would receive the treatment after your surgery to see if it improves comfort and eye health.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You will have cataract surgery on both eyes
- Your vision after surgery is expected to be good (20/40 or better)
- You have some signs of dry eye (corneal staining score of 3 or more)
- You can avoid wearing contact lenses during the study
- You do not have conditions like Sjögren's syndrome that affect tear production
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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