Using ultrasound to measure eye tissue properties for diagnosing eye disorders
Noninvasive ultrasound vibro-elastography for assessing ocular disorders
This study is testing a gentle ultrasound method to check the softness and thickness of eye tissues, which could help doctors better understand and track conditions like glaucoma and papilledema that affect vision, all without any pain or invasive procedures for patients.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Mayo Clinic Rochester NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rochester, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10841708 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a noninvasive ultrasound technique called vibro-elastography to measure the elasticity and viscosity of ocular tissues. By assessing these biomechanical properties, the study aims to improve the diagnosis and understanding of conditions like glaucoma and papilledema, which can lead to vision loss. Patients will undergo ultrasound examinations that are painless and do not require any invasive procedures. The findings could help in monitoring disease progression and treatment effectiveness.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates include individuals diagnosed with glaucoma or papilledema, as well as those at risk for these conditions.
Not a fit: Patients with other unrelated eye conditions or those who do not have any ocular disorders may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diagnostic tools for eye disorders, potentially improving patient outcomes and treatment strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous pilot studies have shown promising results using similar ultrasound techniques for assessing ocular conditions, indicating potential for success in this research.
Where this research is happening
Rochester, United States
- Mayo Clinic Rochester — Rochester, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Zhang, Xiaoming — Mayo Clinic Rochester
- Study coordinator: Zhang, Xiaoming
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.