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Two Patterns of Micropulse Laser in the Treatment of Chronic Central Serous Chorioretinopathy

50 participantsStarted 2023-02-01

Plain-language summary

Central serous chorioretinopathy (CSC) is a common eye disease mainly involving the macular area, causing central visual acuity loss. Recently, subthreshold micropulse laser used in treating chronic CSC is proved to be safe and effective. However, some studies indicate that it's less effective than half dose photodynamic therapy (PDT). Certain physicians, including us, think that this may be related to micropulse laser parameters. Thus we need to explore better laser patterns to replace PDT in treating chronic CSC. The aim of this study is to compare the treatment effect of two different patterns of laser parameters (small and regular spot diameter) in treating chronic CSC. In this randomized, double blinded, controlled trial, by comparing the subretinal fluid regression ratio, central retinal thickness, macular microvisual field, macular vascular density, chroidal volume changes and visual acuity of two groups 6 months after micropulse laser treatment, we aim to evaluate the safety and efficacy of refined micropulse laser in treating chronic CSC.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 50 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients age range 18-50 years * Patients diagnosed with chronic Central serous chorioretinopathy * Patients have signed informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * A history of other fundus diseases or refractive media opacity * Patients have underwent other treatment methods for chronic Central serous chorioretinopathy * Diopter\>-6D * A history of system diseases such as hypertension or diabetes * A history of using local or systemic corticosteroids

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
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6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Subretinal fluid regression ratio

Timeframe: 6 months

Central retinal thickness changes

Timeframe: 6 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT05687422

SponsorBeijing Hospital

Sponsor typeOTHER_GOV

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2023-12-31

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