Status:

ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

Evaluation of Central Corneal Thickness in Patients With Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis Using Topical Steroids

Lead Sponsor:

Superior University

Conditions:

Vernal Keratoconjunctivitis

Eligibility:

All Genders

5-25 years

Brief Summary

This prospective observational cohort study aims to assess changes in central corneal thickness (CCT) in vernal keratoconjunctivitis (VKC) patients using topical steroids. Data will be collected from ...

Detailed Description

A total of 34 participants, including an adjustment for a 10% dropout rate, will be recruited using purposive sampling. The study will last six months. Eligible participants (aged 5-25 years) must hav...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Young adults aged between 5-25 years
  • Confirmed diagnosis of VKC
  • Currently prescribe topical steroid e.g, dexamethasone, prednisolone
  • No prior history of corneal surgery or trauma
  • Willing to attend follow-up visits and comply with the treatment protocol.

Exclusion

  • History of ocular surgery or trauma
  • Presence of other corneal pathologies (e.g., Keratoconus)
  • Systemic immunosuppressant use or history of systemic steroid use in the past 06 months
  • Use of other medications that could influence corneal thickness e.g, antiglaucoma drugs
  • Contact lens use within 1 month prior to the study
  • Severe dry eye or another ocular surface disease"

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

March 20 2025

Trial Type :

OBSERVATIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

February 20 2026

Estimated Enrollment :

34 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT06913790

Start Date

March 20 2025

End Date

February 20 2026

Last Update

April 6 2025

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Al Mustafa eye hospital lahore

Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan