Clinical Results of Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE) for the Correction of High Myopia

Launched by SUPHI TANERI · Sep 30, 2019

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a procedure called Small Incision Lenticule Extraction (SMILE), which is used to correct high myopia (nearsightedness) in adults. The SMILE technique uses a special laser to create a small disk of tissue in the eye, which is then removed through a tiny incision. This method aims to provide quick recovery of vision with minimal discomfort. The trial is observing long-term results and stability of vision correction in patients with myopia greater than -7.75 diopters, while also looking out for any rare complications that may occur.

To be eligible for this trial, participants need to be adults with high myopia (more than -7.75 D) and have stable vision for at least a year. Unfortunately, individuals with certain eye conditions, like irregular astigmatism or corneal ectasia, cannot participate. Those who join the study can expect to undergo the SMILE procedure and have their vision monitored over time to evaluate how well the treatment works. Overall, this trial will help gather important information about the safety and effectiveness of SMILE for correcting high myopia.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • adults
• • myopia more than -7.75 D
• • refractive stability more than 1 year
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • corneal irregular astigmatism
• • ectatic conditions