Status:
COMPLETED
The Effect of Punctal Plugs on Tear Volume and Osmolality
Lead Sponsor:
The University of New South Wales
Conditions:
Dry Eye Syndromes
Eligibility:
All Genders
18-64 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the role of tear volume in discomfort and dryness sensations during contact lens wear, and the possible influence on osmolality and ocular surface sensitivity.
Detailed Description
50% of contact lens wearers have dryness/discomfort during contact lens wear. Significant decreases in lipid layer and tear film break up time during contact lens wear have been reported, leading to e...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Over 18 years of age
Exclusion
- Corneal refractive surgery
- Contraindications to contact lens wear
- Latex allergy
- Corneal hypoesthesia
- Active corneal infection
- Acute or sub-acute inflammation or infection of the anterior chamber of the eye
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
July 1 2006
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
End Date :
March 1 2007
Estimated Enrollment :
20 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00372034
Start Date
July 1 2006
End Date
March 1 2007
Last Update
April 7 2009
Active Locations (1)
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Vision CRC, Institute for Eye Research, School of Optometry and Vision Science
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2033