Evaluation of different intraocular lenses for cataract surgery

Rotation of Hydrophobic Acrylic Lenses - Rayner RA0800C & Alcon Clareon & Hoya Nanex & Hoya Vivinex XY1-EM & RayOne EMV Toric & PODEYE Toric

Not applicable Interventional Medical University of Vienna · NCT03803852

This study is testing different types of lenses used in cataract surgery to see which one helps people with astigmatism see better after their operation.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment750 (estimated)
Ages45 Years to 95 Years
SexAll
SponsorMedical University of Vienna Academic / other
Locations1 site (Vienna, State of Vienna)
Trial IDNCT03803852 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the effectiveness of various hydrophobic acrylic intraocular lenses (IOLs) in patients undergoing cataract surgery. Participants with age-related cataracts and astigmatism will receive one of three types of toric IOLs, and their postoperative outcomes will be assessed through visual acuity and lens rotation evaluations at multiple time points. The study aims to determine the optimal lens type for improving vision in patients with specific astigmatism levels. All procedures will be conducted following informed consent from the participants.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 45 to 95 with uni- or bilateral age-related cataracts requiring surgery and specific astigmatism levels.

Not a fit: Patients with a history of ocular surgery, uncontrolled glaucoma, or other significant ocular diseases may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved visual outcomes for patients undergoing cataract surgery with astigmatism.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with similar approaches using toric IOLs for astigmatism correction in cataract surgery.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Uni- or bilateral age-related cataract necessitating phacoemulsification extraction and posterior IOL implantation
* Age: 45 to 95
* Need for spherical IOL correction between 10.00 and 30.00 D
* Need for spherical IOL correction between +6.00 and +30.00 D (Alcon Clareon toric group)
* Need for spherical IOL correction between +10.00 and +25.00 D (Rayner RayOne EMV toric group)
* Preoperative pupil dilation in mydriasis ≥ 7.0 mm (Hoya, Rayner groups)
* Astigmatism of at least 1.0 Diopters (Alcon Clareon toric and Rayner RayOne EMV toric groups and PODEYE Toric)
* Pupil dilation \>5.5mm (Alcon Clareon toric Rayner RayOne EMV toric group)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Preceding ocular surgery or trauma

  * Recurrent intraocular inflammation of unknown etiology
  * Uncontrolled glaucoma
  * Uncontrolled systemic or ocular disease
  * Blind fellow eye
  * Microphthalmus
  * Corneal abnormality (Corneal scaring)
  * History of uveitis/iritis
  * Iris neovascularization
  * Proliferative diabetic retinopathy
  * Pregnancy
  * Lactation
  * Females of childbearing age will be asked if pregnancy is possible

Where this trial is running

Vienna, State of Vienna

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Age Related CataractsAstigmatism
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