Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 65 and up

Eye movement parameters and cognitive function in older adults

Official title: The Relationship Between Eye Movement Parameters and Cognitive Functions in Older Adults

Run by National Sun Yat-sen University · NCT07358598 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study tests whether eye movements can help detect cognitive impairment in people aged 65 and older.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages65 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment210 (estimated)
SponsorNational Sun Yat-sen University
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Kaohsiung City)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 1, 2026
Main results expectedDecember 31, 2026
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedOctober 15, 2026
Trial IDNCT07358598 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Adults aged 65 years and older who have completed a comprehensive geriatric assessment and can comply with study procedures.

Probably not a fit

Individuals with neurological diseases diagnosed or diagnosed conditions that prevent participation may not benefit from the 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 cross-sectional study will examine eye movement signals in elderly participants categorized as healthy, mild cognitive impairment, or dementia to explore how eye tracking relates to cognitive subdomains. Participants are 65 and older and have completed a comprehensive geriatric assessment; those unable to comply with procedures are excluded. Eye-tracking data will be analyzed to identify potential objective markers of cognitive dysfunction in aging, with the aim of supporting earlier screening of cognitive decline. The study is led by National Sun Yat-sen University with Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital as the site in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, and does not specify interventional procedures.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, eye-tracking markers could offer a noninvasive screen to flag early cognitive changes in older adults.

How similar studies have gone: Previous research has used eye movement data to study neurodegenerative conditions, but its application to aging and mild cognitive impairment is still emerging.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

\- Participants are aged 65 years or older and have completed a comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) in the outpatient clinic.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Participants are under 65 years of age or those who ar are unable to comply with study procedures.

Where it's running

  • Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital
    Kaohsiung City, Taiwan
    Recruiting

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How to take part

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