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Cataract Clinical Trial in Portland, OR

Access cutting-edge cataract treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Portland. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Oregon Health and Science University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Portland

    Convenient for OR residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Portland site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Cataract Study in Portland

The long-term goal of this project is to utilize very high-speed optical coherence tomography (OCT) technology to guide surgical treatments of corneal diseases. OCT is well known for its exquisite resolution, but until recently it has not had sufficient speed to capture the shape of the cornea because of eye motion during OCT scanning. The development of Fourier-domain (FD) OCT technology has made the requisite speed possible. The objective of this project is to develop methods for imaging the cornea with an FD-OCT system that will precisely measure corneal shape and use this information to guide surgery. Cataract surgery in patients with previous laser vision correction often leads to significant near- or far-sightedness, a problem that could be resolved by using a more accurate intraocular lens power selection formula based on the measurement of corneal refractive power with OCT.

Sponsor: Oregon Health and Science University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

The subjects will be patients seeking cataract surgery with implantation of monofocal IOLs (including toric IOLs) but not multifocal or accommodative IOLs.
Subjects will have had post-laser vision correction (LVC) such as previous LASIK, PRK, laser sub-epithelial keratectomy (LASEK), epi-LASIK (surface laser ablation under a microkeratome-created epithelial flap) or RK. The post-LVC group will be subdivided into those who have previous hyperopic LVC and those who have previous myopic LVC.

Exclusion Criteria

Inability to give informed consent.
Inability to maintain stable fixation for OCT imaging.
Inability to commit to required visits to complete the study.
Eyes with concurrent cataract, retinal diseases, glaucoma, or other eye conditions that may limit the visual outcome after surgery.

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Portland?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT00532051) has an active research site in Portland, OR that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Cataract Treatment Options in Portland, OR

If you're searching for cataract treatment options in Portland, OR, this clinical trial (NCT00532051) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Portland research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced cataract specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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