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Role of Corneal Nerves in Dry Eye Disease

Recruitingn/aAges 18 Years - anyAllDaniela Nosch
NCT06841471 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This study aims to determine whether corneal nerve function and morphology are affected by tear film instability and ocular surface homeostasis loss. Additionally, it seeks to investigate whether these factors vary based on the severity of dry eye symptoms.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Group with DED: Diagnosis of DED based on the TFOS DEWS II report * Group without DED: No diagnosis of DED Exclusion Criteria: * Exclusion criteria: * Systemic disease that may affect ocular health and innervation * injury or history of operations on the anterior or posterior segment of the eye, which can affect the corneal structure and physiology * regular application of systemic or ocular medication known to affect the tear film except from DED medications * eye drops or makeup on the day of measurement. Remarks: Contact lens wearers are asked not to wear contact lenses for 1 week before the first appointment. Participant with DED medications will be asked to use only conservative-free eye drops on the days of examination
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What it tests

  • Not listed
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Where

1 site
Institute of Optometrym FHNW
Olten, Switzerland
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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