Meibomian Gland Changes in Ocular Prosthesis Users
Mexico20 participantsStarted 2023-08-18
Plain-language summary
This observational cross-sectional study aims to evaluate meibomian gland loss and dry eye symptoms in patients using unilateral ocular prostheses. The study compares the prosthetic eye with the contralateral healthy eye using the DEQ-5 questionnaire and meibography obtained with the Oculus Keratograph 5M. Additional ocular surface parameters, including conjunctival hyperemia and tear meniscus height, are also evaluated. The objective is to determine whether ocular prosthesis wear is associated with morphological changes in the meibomian glands and increased dry eye symptoms.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Adults aged 18 years or older
* History of unilateral enucleation or evisceration
* Use of an ocular prosthesis for at least 6 months
* No use of topical ophthalmic medications within 1 month prior to evaluation
* Ability to complete ocular surface evaluation and questionnaires
Exclusion Criteria:
* Presence of orbital cavity infection
* Bilateral ocular prosthesis users
* Presence of ectropion or entropion
* Autoimmune diseases associated with ocular surface alterations
Questions worth asking your doctor
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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?
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3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
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5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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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
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Meibomian Gland Loss
Timeframe: At baseline
Trial details
NCT IDNCT07621952
SponsorInstituto de Oftalmología Fundación Conde de Valenciana