Improving diagnosis of complex eye infections
Official title: Complex Ocular Infection, Optimization of Microbiological Diagnosis
Run by Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris · NCT05432336 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing new methods to improve how doctors diagnose complicated eye infections, like endophthalmitis and corneal abscesses, to see if they can better identify the germs causing these problems.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 153 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Paris, IDF) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | November 21, 2023 |
| Main results expected | July 17, 2025 |
| Study ends | January 2026 |
| Registry record updated | September 15, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT05432336 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates include adult patients with a clinical suspicion of complex ocular infection requiring microbiological diagnosis.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are under guardianship or curatorship or pregnant women 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 study evaluates new techniques to enhance the microbiological diagnosis of complex ocular infections, specifically endophthalmitis and corneal abscesses. It utilizes advanced molecular tools such as metagenomic sequencing for endophthalmitis and multiplex polymerase chain reaction for corneal abscesses. The goal is to determine the impact and accuracy of these methods in identifying the causative pathogens in these infections, which are often challenging to diagnose due to sample volume limitations and the complexity of the ocular site.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to faster and more accurate diagnoses of complex ocular infections, improving patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise with similar molecular diagnostic approaches, suggesting potential for success in this area.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patient * Patient presenting or having presented a clinical suspicion of complex ocular infection requiring a sample for microbiological diagnosis: * Corneal abscess requiring hospitalization * Any suspicion of endogenous or exogenous endophthalmitis. * Patient not opposed to participating in the research Exclusion Criteria: * Patient under guardianship or curatorship * Pregnant women
Where it's running
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Equipe mobile d'infectiologie, Cochin hospital
Paris, Idf, France Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Etienne CANOUI, MD — Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris
- Study coordinator: Etienne CANOUI, MD
- Email: etienne.canoui@aphp.fr
- Phone: 0033158414267
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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.