Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Assessing the impact of sleep quality on chronic eye diseases

Official title: L'Impatto Del Sonno Nelle Patologie Croniche Oculari

Run by Istituto Auxologico Italiano · NCT06334640 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is looking to see how the quality of sleep affects people with chronic eye diseases like macular degeneration and glaucoma, as well as healthy volunteers.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment186 (estimated)
SponsorIstituto Auxologico Italiano
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Milan)
StatusRecruiting
StartedOctober 17, 2023
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2025
Study endsDecember 31, 2025
Registry record updatedMay 4, 2025
Trial IDNCT06334640 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients diagnosed with macular degeneration or glaucoma, as well as healthy volunteers.

Probably not a fit

Patients with other ocular disorders may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate how sleep quality affects patients with chronic ocular diseases such as macular degeneration and glaucoma. Participants will complete three standardized questionnaires: the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index, the Berlin Questionnaire, and the Epworth Sleepiness Scale. The responses will be digitized for statistical analysis to draw conclusions about the relationship between sleep quality and eye health. The study focuses on both patients with specific eye conditions and healthy volunteers to provide a comprehensive understanding of the issue.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management strategies for patients with chronic ocular diseases by addressing sleep quality.

How similar studies have gone: While the specific relationship between sleep quality and chronic ocular diseases is less explored, similar studies have shown that sleep quality can significantly impact overall health outcomes.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients with macular degeneration or glaucoma or
* Healthy volunteers

Exclusion Criteria:

\- Patients with other ocular disorders

Where it's running

  • Istituto Auxologico Italiano IRCCS
    Milan, Italy
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.