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.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 186 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Istituto Auxologico Italiano Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Milan) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | October 17, 2023 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2025 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | May 4, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06334640 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
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Istituto Auxologico Italiano IRCCS
Milan, Italy Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Paolo Milani, MD
- Email: dottpaolomilani@hotmail.com
- Phone: +390261911
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.