Status:
RECRUITING
Comparison of Outcomes Between Femtosecond Laser-Assisted and Conventional Phacoemulsification in Fuchs Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy Patients With Cataracts
Lead Sponsor:
Eye & ENT Hospital of Fudan University
Conditions:
Fuchs Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy
Cataract
Eligibility:
All Genders
40+ years
Brief Summary
The goal of this observational study is to compare the mid- to long-term efficacy of femtosecond laser-assisted cataract surgery (FLACS) and conventional phacoemulsification surgery (CPS) in patients ...
Detailed Description
Fuchs' endothelial corneal dystrophy (FECD) is a progressive, bilateral corneal disorder characterized by endothelial cell loss, Descemet's membrane thickening, and corneal edema, leading to visual im...
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion
- Patients scheduled for cataract surgery
- Age ≥40 years
- Diagnosed with moderate to severe FECD (endothelial cell density \<1500 cells/mm²)
Exclusion
- History of prior intraocular surgery
- Presence of ocular conditions other than FECD and cataracts (e.g., severe dry eye, corneal scarring, keratoconus, uveitis, uncontrolled glaucoma, vitreoretinal disease)
- Requirement for additional intraocular procedures during the study period (excluding Nd:YAG posterior capsulotomy)
Key Trial Info
Start Date :
January 1 2025
Trial Type :
OBSERVATIONAL
Allocation :
ESTIMATED
End Date :
January 1 2030
Estimated Enrollment :
120 Patients enrolled
Trial Details
Trial ID
NCT06966167
Start Date
January 1 2025
End Date
January 1 2030
Last Update
June 17 2025
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Eye and ENT hospital of Fudan University
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China, 200000