Optimizing SMILE surgery for correcting vision problems

Clinical Study of SMILE 4.0-VISULYZE in Correcting Refractive Errors

NA · Affiliated Hospital of Nantong University · NCT06982807

This study is testing if using a new system for SMILE eye surgery can help patients see better after the procedure compared to the traditional method.

Quick facts

PhaseNA
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment600 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 40 Years
SexAll
SponsorAffiliated Hospital of Nantong University (other)
Locations2 sites (Nantong, Jiangsu and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06982807 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical study aims to enhance the surgical parameters for patients undergoing Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE) by utilizing the SMILE 4.0-VISULYZE system. Patients scheduled for SMILE surgery will be divided into two groups: one receiving traditional parameter adjustments based on historical data and the other using the advanced 4.0-VISULYZE system for optimization. The study will compare postoperative outcomes such as uncorrected and best-corrected visual acuity, as well as various refractive measurements at multiple follow-up intervals. The goal is to achieve better visual outcomes for patients undergoing this procedure.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 18 to 40 with stable refractive errors who are considering SMILE surgery.

Not a fit: Patients with a history of eye surgery, keratoconus, or systemic diseases may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved visual outcomes and satisfaction for patients undergoing SMILE surgery.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promising results with similar optimization approaches in refractive surgery.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. The diopter is relatively stable (the diopter increases within -0.50D per year for 2 consecutive years);
2. Age: 18 to 40 years old;
3. Optimal preoperative corrected visual acuity ≥4.8;
4. More than 2 weeks for soft contact lenses and more than 3 months for hard contact lenses before surgery
5. Patients who are willing to perform SMILE surgery

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Patients with history of eye surgery and trauma;
2. Patients with keratoconus tendency;
3. systemic connective tissue diseases and autoimmune diseases;
4. Patients with high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease history;
5. Other eye disease history such as uveitis, scleritis and other eye inflammation patients;
6. Patients with scar constitution.

Where this trial is running

Nantong, Jiangsu and 1 other locations

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.

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Conditions: Refractive Surgery, Myopia, Refractive Error

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.