Using hyperbaric oxygen therapy to treat optic neuropathies

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the effectiveness of hyperbaric oxygen therapy in providing neuroprotection for patients suffering from optic neuropathy. Participants will receive either hyperbaric oxygen treatment or a sham treatment to assess the potential benefits of the therapy. The study aims to determine if this innovative approach can improve vision and overall eye health in affected individuals. Eligible participants must be at least 18 years old and have clinical evidence of optic neuropathy.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients must meet all of the following criteria to join the study (all eligibility criteria must be met at the screening and baseline visits unless otherwise noted):
* Participant must be at least 18.
* Participant must has the ability to comply with the requirements of the study and complete the schedule of events (SOE).
* Participant's with clinical evidence of optic neuropathy.
* Participant must understand and sign the informed consent. If the participant's vision is impaired to the point where he/she cannot read the informed consent document, the document will be read to the participant in its entirety.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Participant is unable to comply with study procedures or follow-up visits.
* Participant has evidence of corneal opacification or lack of optical clarity.
* Participant is currently participating in or has within the last 3 months participated in any other clinical trial of a drug by ocular (if in the study eye) or systemic administration.
* Participant is pregnant or lactating.
* Participant has, in the opinion of the investigator, any physical or mental condition that would increase the risk of participation in the study or may interfere with the study procedures, evaluations and outcome assessments.
* Children and comatose patients.
* Participant abusing drugs or alcohol.
* Prior treatment with hyperbaric oxygen within the last 6 months.
* Participant with claustrophobia or that cannot decompress properly.

Where it's running

• Byers Eye Institute
  Palo Alto, California, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Zac Wennberg Smith
• Email: zacwenn@stanford.edu
• Phone: 6504975942

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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.