Robot-assisted imaging for eye exams in emergency settings
Official title: Robotically Assisted Anterior Eye Examinations for Acute Eye Care
Run by Duke University · NCT06566339 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new robot that helps doctors take better pictures of the front of the eye in emergency rooms to improve care for patients with eye problems.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 93 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Duke University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Durham, North Carolina) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | June 29, 2026 |
| Main results expected | December 30, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 30, 2026 |
| Registry record updated | August 6, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT06566339 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are adult patients aged 18 and older who present with ocular complaints suggestive of anterior segment pathology.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are hemodynamically unstable or have penetrating eye trauma requiring immediate surgical intervention 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 aims to develop and test a robotically assisted imaging system designed for examining the front of the eye in emergency department settings. The approach focuses on enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of ocular assessments for patients presenting with various eye-related complaints. By utilizing advanced robotic technology, the study seeks to improve diagnostic capabilities and streamline patient care in urgent situations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this technology could significantly enhance the speed and accuracy of eye examinations in emergency departments, leading to better patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: While similar robotic imaging technologies have shown promise in other medical fields, this specific application for emergency eye exams is relatively novel and untested.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adult patients 18 years of age and older * Presenting with ocular complaints potentially indicative of an anterior segment pathology (e.g., foreign body sensation, red eye, pain) Exclusion Criteria: * Hemodynamically unstable patients (e.g., undergoing active resuscitation efforts) * Patients with potential penetrating trauma to the eye who may need immediate surgical care
Where it's running
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Duke Eye Center
Durham, North Carolina, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Anthony Kuo, MD — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Terry H. Coordinator
- Email: teresa.hawks@duke.edu
- Phone: 919-681-1569
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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.