Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 6 to 9

Understanding factors affecting eye health in children

Official title: Factors Influencing Physiological Hyperopia in Children: A Prospective Nested Case-control Study

Run by Beijing Tongren Hospital · NCT06498947 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at what affects eye health in kids aged 6-9 to see how certain factors might help prevent nearsightedness from getting worse.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages6 Years to 9 Years
SexAll
Enrollment1006 (estimated)
SponsorBeijing Tongren Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Beijing, Beijing Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJune 1, 2024
Main results expectedJanuary 1, 2025
Study endsDecember 31, 2026
Registry record updatedJuly 12, 2024
Trial IDNCT06498947 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 6-9 years who can cooperate during examinations and whose parents are willing to provide informed consent.

Probably not a fit

Children with pre-existing conditions such as heart disease, cranial trauma, epilepsy, Down syndrome, or glaucoma 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 observational study investigates the factors influencing physiological hyperopia in children aged 6-9 years, aiming to understand its role in preventing myopia progression. By establishing a prospective cohort of preschoolers, the study seeks to identify key factors that contribute to the fading of physiological hyperopia and the onset of myopia. The research is particularly focused on the critical stages of childhood development where these changes occur, providing valuable insights into eye health in young populations.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to better prevention strategies for myopia in children, potentially reducing the incidence of severe vision impairment later in life.

How similar studies have gone: While the specific focus on physiological hyperopia in this age group may be novel, previous studies have shown that understanding myopia progression can lead to effective interventions.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Children aged 6-9 years old, male or female;
2. Good cooperation in examination;
3. Parents cooperate and sign the informed consent form;

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Children with a history of drug allergy;
2. Pediatric patients with heart disease, cranial trauma or epilepsy, Down syndrome, or glaucoma will be excluded from the cohort.

Where it's running

  • Beijing Tongren Hospital
    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, China
    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.