Status:
COMPLETED
Determinants of Pterygium Occurrence and Recurrence in a Rural African Population
Lead Sponsor:
Anguria, Peter, M.D.
Conditions:
Pterygium
Eligibility:
All Genders
21-65 years
Phase:
NA
Brief Summary
The aim of the study is to find out why pterygium occurs and recurs in a rural African population. Participants will be interviewed on personal and lifestyle information, family history of pterygium, ...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Pterygium at least 1.5mm in extent
- Both male and female
- Age range 21-65 years
- Consenting to participate in study
- Unilateral and bilateral pterygium
- All grades of pterygium
Exclusion
- Previous cataract, corneoscleral and glaucoma surgery or corneoscleral trauma and corneolimbal scars
- Pseudopterygium or signs of malignancy on pterygium
- Recurrent pterygium
- Sufferers of collagen vascular disease, scleritis or diabetes -
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
August 1 2008
Trial Type :
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
February 1 2012
Estimated Enrollment :
355 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT00713180
Start Date
August 1 2008
End Date
February 1 2012
Last Update
June 25 2015
Active Locations (1)
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Mankweng Hospital
Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa, 0727