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Epiretinal Membrane Clinical Trial in Huntington Beach, CA

Access cutting-edge epiretinal membrane treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Huntington Beach. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Jaeb Center for Health Research

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  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Huntington Beach

    Convenient for CA 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.

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

About This Epiretinal Membrane Study in Huntington Beach

Vitrectomy to remove an epiretinal membrane (ERM) is one of the most common procedures performed by retinal surgeons. Patients who present with significant macular changes on optical coherence tomography (OCT) but relatively good vision are often advised to defer surgery until vision declines to 20/40 or worse. However, it is unknown if delaying surgery, which allows the foveal architecture to remain compromised and potentially to deteriorate, results in worse visual acuity outcomes than if surgery is performed earlier. In addition, there is a need to better understand predictors of outcomes when surgery is performed and predictors of progression when surgery is deferred. Finally, one of the most common presenting symptoms from an ERM is distortion or metamorphopsia. There are several objective measures of metamorphopsia but none have ever been employed to evaluate ERMs in a randomized clinical trial (RCT) and their usefulness is unknown. The purposes of this study are to better understand the optimal timing of surgery to produce the best visual result, to better understand predictors of outcomes in those who undergo surgery and predictors of progression in those whose are observed, and to better characterize and evaluate the usefulness of metamorphopsia and reading speed measures.

Sponsor: Jaeb Center for Health Research

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Age ≥ 45 years
E-ETDRS visual acuity 20/40 or better (≥69 letters) o ERM must be thought to be the primary cause of vision loss
ERM meeting the following criteria, according to the investigator
ERM is not secondary to another condition
Symptoms of visual loss and/or distortion (in the opinion of the investigator, the ERM is contributing to the participant's symptoms); either new or worsening in the past 24 months
Epiretinal membrane involving or altering the central 3 mm of the macula on OCT
Distortion within the central subfield due to ERM on OCT
Immediate vitrectomy not required (investigator and participant are willing to wait at least 4 weeks to see if vision remains stable without having to proceed to vitrectomy)
No known medical problems that will be a contraindication to surgery Key

Exclusion Criteria

History of retinal vascular disease
History of vitreous hemorrhage if vitreous hemorrhage is thought to have caused the ERM o History of vitreous hemorrhage is permitted provided the vitreous hemorrhage did not cause the ERM in the investigator's opinion
History of inflammatory disease unless mild and completely resolved at least one year prior to randomization
History of diabetic macular edema (DME), retinal vein occlusion (RVO), or uveitis (except mild uveitis that resolved \>1 year prior to randomization)
Prior intraocular surgery (except uncomplicated cataract extraction)
Cataract extraction within prior 3 months
Laser or cryosurgical retinopexy within one month of randomization
Pneumatic retinopexy within one year of randomization
Current untreated retinal tear or detachment o A previously treated retinal tear with up to one disc diameter radius of subretinal fluid is permitted
Macular hole
Degenerative lamellar macular hole o ERM foveoschisis ("tractional" lamellar hole) is permitted
Vitreomacular traction within 1,500 microns of foveal center
Central serous chorioretinopathy
Nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy or worse (DR severity \>20)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Huntington Beach?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05145491) has an active research site in Huntington Beach, CA 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.

Epiretinal Membrane Treatment Options in Huntington Beach, CA

If you're searching for epiretinal membrane treatment options in Huntington Beach, CA, this clinical trial (NCT05145491) 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 Huntington Beach research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced epiretinal membrane 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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