Surgery for moderate-to-severe Graves' eye disease

Modified Deep Lateral Wall Decompression and/or Deep Medial Wall Decompression for Moderate-to-severe Grave's Ophthalmopathy: a Prospective Study

Not applicable Interventional Sun Yat-sen University · NCT06588764

This study is testing new surgical techniques to see if they can safely help people with moderate-to-severe Graves' eye disease feel better.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment50 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 80 Years
SexAll
SponsorSun Yat-sen University Academic / other
Locations1 site (Guangzhou, Guangdong)
Trial IDNCT06588764 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study investigates the efficacy and safety of modified deep lateral wall decompression and medial wall decompression techniques for treating moderate-to-severe Graves' ophthalmopathy. The goal is to evaluate the effectiveness of these surgical approaches and identify any complications that may arise. By developing a standardized technical approach, the study aims to improve treatment outcomes for patients suffering from this condition.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals with moderate-to-severe thyroid-associated ophthalmopathy who have stable thyroid function.

Not a fit: Patients with other eye diseases or systemic conditions that could complicate surgery may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this could lead to improved surgical outcomes and quality of life for patients with moderate-to-severe Graves' ophthalmopathy.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have explored surgical interventions for Graves' ophthalmopathy, indicating potential for success with similar approaches.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

1. EUGOGO/NOSPECS grade was moderate-to-severe thyroid associate ophthalmopathy;
2. CAS≤3 score;
3. stable thyroid function for at least 6 months;
4. able and willing to participate in clinical trials and ensure regular follow-up;

Exclusion Criteria:

1. any uncontrollable clinical problems (severe mental, neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory and other systemic diseases and malignant tumors);
2. B-ultrasound or CT, MRI found other diseases causing exophthalmos (intraorbital space occupying lesion, inflammatory pseudotumor, neurofibroma, etc.);
3. uveitis, glaucoma, high myopia, diabetic retinopathy and other eye diseases
4. those who were considered by the researchers to be excluded

Where this trial is running

Guangzhou, Guangdong

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.
Conditions Graves OphthalmopathySurgery
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