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Eye Diseases Clinical Trial in Bethesda, MD

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

Sponsored by National Eye Institute (NEI)

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Bethesda

    Convenient for MD 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 Bethesda site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Eye Diseases Study in Bethesda

Background: \- By the time diseases of the retina are detected, serious damage has often already been done. Researchers want to find better ways of viewing the retina. One way called adaptive optics may help detect problems earlier. Objectives: \- To study if adaptive optics can help find better ways to diagnose, treat, and manage retinal diseases. Eligibility: * People over age 12 with an eye disease. * Healthy volunteers over age 12. Design: * Participants will be screened with medical history and eye exams. These may include dilating pupils and taking pictures of the eyes. * Participants will have 1 or more study visits. They will have: * Medical and eye history. * Questions about their medications. * Eye exam including pupil dilation. * Adaptive optics imaging. After dilation, participants sit still while looking into an adaptive optics instrument. They look at specific places and images are taken of their retina. * They may also have: * More images. * Perimetry. Participants look into a lens and press a button when they see a light. * Color vision tests. * Electroretinogram. Participants will get numbing eye drops and special contact lenses. A small metal electrode will be put on their forehead. They will look at flashing lights and try not to blink.

Sponsor: National Eye Institute (NEI)

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Participants will be eligible if they:
Are 12 years of age or older.
Have the ability to cooperate with an eye exam and adaptive optics imaging.
Have the ability to understand and sign an informed consent or have a parent/legal guardian to do so if they are minor children.
Have an eye disease or are a healthy volunteer with a normal eye exam (no visually-significant eye findings on examination).

Exclusion Criteria

Participants will not be eligible if: -They have a condition which prevents adequate images from being obtained (e.g. unstable fixation or media opacity). EXCLUSION CRITERIA FOR FLUORESCEIN AND/OR INDOCYANINE GREEN IMAGING Partaicipants are not eligible for fluorescein and/or indocyanine green imaging if they:
Are under 18 years of age.
For participants who will undergo fluorescein imaging have a history of adverse reaction to fluorescein.
For participants who will undergo indocyanine green imaging have a history of adverse reaction to indocyanine green dye, know or suspected allergies to iodine or shellfish.

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 Bethesda?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT02317328) has an active research site in Bethesda, MD 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.

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Eye Diseases Treatment Options in Bethesda, MD

If you're searching for eye diseases treatment options in Bethesda, MD, this clinical trial (NCT02317328) 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 Bethesda research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced eye diseases 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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