Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Patient preferences for same-day bilateral eye injections of dexamethasone

Official title: Patient Preferences on Same-day Bilateral Intravitreal Dexamethasone Injections

Run by Copenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet · NCT06894017 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is trying to see how patients feel about getting eye injections in both eyes on the same day instead of having to come back for separate visits.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment200 (estimated)
SponsorCopenhagen University Hospital, Rigshospitalet
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Glostrup Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 13, 2025
Main results expectedDecember 2025
Study endsJanuary 2026
Registry record updatedJuly 24, 2025
Trial IDNCT06894017 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 who have received at least one intravitreal dexamethasone implant and can communicate in Danish.

Probably not a fit

Patients who have not received an intravitreal dexamethasone implant in the last 12 months will 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 observational study focuses on patient preferences regarding same-day bilateral intravitreal dexamethasone injections, which are used to treat conditions like diabetic macular edema and retinal vein occlusion. The study aims to understand the practical aspects and patient experiences associated with receiving these injections in both eyes during a single visit. By gathering data through questionnaires, the research will assess how patients feel about this treatment approach compared to traditional methods that require separate visits. The findings could help inform future treatment protocols and improve patient satisfaction.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more efficient treatment options for patients requiring bilateral eye injections, reducing the burden of multiple visits.

How similar studies have gone: Previous studies have shown that same-session bilateral procedures are safe and preferred by patients, indicating a positive outlook for this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria

* Having received at least one intravitreal dexamethasone implant in either eye
* \>18 years of age
* Capacity to comprehend and answer questions in Danish language
* Signed informed consent

Exclusion criteria

• No intravitreal dexamethasone implant received within the last 12 months

Where it's running

  • Department of Ophthalmology, Rigshospitalet
    Glostrup Municipality, Denmark
    Recruiting

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 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.