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Glaucoma, Primary Open Angle Clinical Trial in Silver Spring, MD

Access cutting-edge glaucoma, primary open angle treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Silver Spring. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

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All study-related glaucoma, primary open angle treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Silver Spring

    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.

Simple Process

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

About This Glaucoma, Primary Open Angle Study in Silver Spring

The objective of the study is to collect and assess adaptive optics (AO) retinal images from human subjects in support of projects to demonstrate, advance, and enhance clinical use of AO technology.

Sponsor: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Are 21 years of age or older.
Have the ability to cooperate with instructions during adaptive optics imaging (similar to instructions given during a clinical eye exam).
Have the ability to understand and sign an informed consent.
Have been diagnosed with POAG (cohort 2).

Exclusion Criteria

Are under 21 years of age.
Have a condition which prevents adequate images from being obtained (e.g. unstable fixation or media opacity).
Have visual correction outside of the range +4 diopters (D) to -8 D.
Have a history of adverse reaction to mydriatic drops.
Have a predisposition to (i.e., narrow iridocorneal angle) or any history of acute angle closure glaucoma (AACG).
Do not meet the criteria for POAG as defined by the American Academy of Ophthalmology Practice Patterns (cohort 2)
Have any health conditions that would contraindicate oxygen supplementation, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, asthma, or any other obstructive or restrictive lung disease (RBF experiment participants only).
Have a dependency on oxygen support or a baseline oxygen saturation \<95% (RBF experiment participants only).
Have tested positive for COVID-19 at initial enrollment or have acute or chronic photophobia as a result of contraction.
Are working under the direct supervision of Dr. Hammer.

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 Silver Spring?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05370287) has an active research site in Silver Spring, 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.

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

Glaucoma, Primary Open Angle Treatment Options in Silver Spring, MD

If you're searching for glaucoma, primary open angle treatment options in Silver Spring, MD, this clinical trial (NCT05370287) 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 Silver Spring research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced glaucoma, primary open angle 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.

Looking for more options? Browse all glaucoma, primary open angle clinical trials near you to find additional studies recruiting in your area.

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