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The Effects of Light Reduction on Retinopathy of Prematurity (Light-ROP)

Launched by NATIONAL EYE INSTITUTE (NEI) · Sep 23, 1999

Trial Information

Current as of December 08, 2024

Completed

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ClinConnect Summary

Despite progress during the past decade in treatment of ROP, this disease still poses a significant (approximately 2.1 percent) risk of blindness to extremely low birth-weight (\<1,251 grams) preterm infants. Current estimates indicate that about 27,000 infants of extremely low birth weight are born annually, of which 74 percent will survive. As techniques of managing smaller and less mature preterm infants continue to improve, it is expected that the number of infants at risk for blindness will continue to increase.

For infants weighing less than 1,251 grams at birth, the Cryotherapy for ...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Premature infants weighing less than 1,251 grams at birth and having a gestational age of less than 31 weeks were eligible for randomization. Consent must have been obtained within 24 hours of birth. Patients with major congenital anomalies are excluded.

About National Eye Institute (Nei)

The National Eye Institute (NEI), part of the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), is dedicated to conducting and supporting innovative research to understand, prevent, and treat eye diseases and vision disorders. As a leading sponsor of clinical trials, NEI aims to advance knowledge in ocular health through rigorous scientific inquiry and collaboration with researchers, healthcare professionals, and institutions. By fostering the development of new therapies and technologies, NEI plays a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals affected by visual impairments and eye conditions.

Locations

Buffalo, New York, United States

Dallas, Texas, United States

San Antonio, Texas, United States

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