Effects of Different Bandage Contact Lenses on Vision Recovery After Eye Surgery
Base Curves of Bandage Contact Lenses and Their Effects on Post Transepithelial Photorefractive Keratectomy (Trans-PRK) Vision and Pain： A Prospective Randomized Clinical Trial
This study tests how two different types of bandage contact lenses affect vision recovery and comfort in patients after they have eye surgery for severe nearsightedness.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 36 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 40 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Dongyang People's Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Dongyang, Zhejiang) |
| Trial ID | NCT06393855 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how two types of bandage contact lenses, with different base curves, affect visual recovery and pain levels in patients who have undergone Trans-PRK surgery for high myopia. By comparing the outcomes in the same individual using lenses with base curves of 8.4 mm and 8.8 mm on contralateral eyes, the study aims to determine the optimal lens choice for post-operative care. The methodology involves a single-step Trans-PRK procedure followed by the application of the respective contact lenses. This approach allows for a controlled comparison of the effects on vision and comfort.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals with high myopia and steep corneas, specifically those with a spherical equivalent refractive error between -6.00 and -8.00 D.
Not a fit: Patients with systemic diseases, ocular diseases, or those who do not meet the specific refractive criteria may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved visual recovery and reduced pain for patients undergoing Trans-PRK surgery.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific comparison of these two base curves in bandage contact lenses is novel, similar studies have shown that optimal lens selection can significantly impact recovery outcomes.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Spherical equivalent refractive error between -6.00 and -8.00 D in either eye. Astigmatism of no more than 2.0 D in either eye. Best spectacle-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) according to the logarithm of the Minimum angle of resolution (logMAR) scale of 0 or better in both eyes. Willing and able to participate in all required activities of the study. Exclusion Criteria: Diabetes mellitus. Systemic connective tissue disease. Cardiovascular disease, epilepsy. Eyelid abnormalities. Corneal disease. Glaucoma. A history of ocular disease. Noncompliance with measurement at enrollment.
Where this trial is running
Dongyang, Zhejiang
- Dongyang People's Hospital — Dongyang, Zhejiang, China (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Gengmin Tong
- Email: fkstrer@163.com
- Phone: +8613588649648
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.