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An Evaluation of Quality of Vision and Quality of Life With LASIK, SMILE and PRK Surgery in Physicians
Led by Stanford University · Updated on 2024-10-23
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating self-reported quality of vision and quality of life in physicians and medical students undergoing LASIK, SMILE, and PRK eye surgeries. The study focuses on understanding how these procedures affect vision and daily life over a 12-month period. Participants must meet specific medical and ophthalmic criteria to be considered suitable candidates for these refractive surgeries. Participants will have a thorough eye exam including slit lamp and dilated fundoscopic examinations, as well as computerized videokeratography before enrollment. Those eligible will undergo bilateral simultaneous LASIK, SMILE, or PRK surgery. The Quality of Vision Questionnaire is used to assess outcomes before surgery and at 3 and 12 months post-operation. Standard post-operative care includes topical antibiotics and anti-inflammatory eye drops as appropriate. Participants will attend visits before surgery, on the day of surgery, and at 1 day, 1 month, 3 months, and 12 months afterward, with additional visits as needed. The study measures include self-reported vision quality and quality of life, predictability of vision correction, changes in visual acuity, and contrast sensitivity. Follow-up is conducted under the care of the treating physician to monitor safety and progress for up to one year.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
An Evaluation of LASIK, SMILE and PRK Surgery in Physicians
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- 21 years or older
- A physician or medical student
- Ability to give informed consent
- Speak and read English fluently
- No previous refractive surgery, including LASIK or cataract surgery
- Potential benefit from increased spectacle independence
- Determined to be a good candidate for LASIK, SMILE, or PRK based on medical and ophthalmic health
- Treatment target of bilateral emmetropia
- Willing and able to attend all follow-up exams through 12 months
- Not enrolled in any other research study
You will not qualify if you...
- Under 21 years old
- Excessively thin corneas
- Topographic evidence of keratoconus
- Ectatic eye disorders
- Autoimmune diseases
- Pregnant or nursing
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
Duration - Up to 4 weeks
Participants undergo comprehensive eye examinations including slit lamp and dilated fundoscopic exams, as well as computerized videokeratography to determine suitability for LASIK, SMILE, or PRK surgery.
1 to 2 visits
Duration - Until wound closure or Week 4
Participants undergo bilateral simultaneous LASIK, SMILE, or PRK surgery and receive topical antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drops as part of standard care.
1 day of surgery visit and daily medication for up to 4 weeks
Duration - 12 months
Participants are monitored with follow-up visits to assess healing and vision outcomes, including administration of the Quality of Vision (QoV) Questionnaire at pre-operative, 3-month, and 12-month visits.
Visits on post-op day 1, 1 month, 3 months, and 12 months
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Byers Eye Institute at Stanford
Palo Alto, California, United States, 94303
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Research Team
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Linda Schwartz
L
Linda Schwartz
How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
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