Using advanced imaging to diagnose and monitor glaucoma
Diagnosis and Monitoring of Glaucoma with Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography
This study is looking at a new, gentle way to take pictures of the blood vessels in your eye to help doctors better understand and track how glaucoma is changing over time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10865005 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the use of optical coherence tomography angiography (OCTA), a non-invasive imaging technique, to visualize and measure the blood vessels in the retina. By comparing OCTA measurements with traditional imaging methods, the study aims to improve the detection and monitoring of glaucoma progression in patients. The approach focuses on assessing the density of retinal blood vessels, which can indicate the severity of glaucoma. Patients will be monitored over time to evaluate changes in vessel density and its correlation with disease progression.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals diagnosed with glaucoma or those suspected of having glaucoma.
Not a fit: Patients with other unrelated eye conditions or those who do not have any signs of glaucoma may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to earlier and more accurate diagnosis and monitoring of glaucoma, potentially preserving vision for many patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results using similar imaging techniques for diagnosing and monitoring glaucoma, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
La Jolla, United States
- University of California, San Diego — La Jolla, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Weinreb, Robert N — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Weinreb, Robert N
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.