The Effect of a Pre-cataract Surgical Ocular Hygiene Regime on Microbial Load, Tear Osmolarity, Dry Eye, and Inflammatory Markers

Launched by UPTOWN EYE SPECIALISTS · Aug 6, 2023

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how different eye care routines before cataract surgery can affect eye health, particularly for people with dry eye issues. Participants will be divided into two groups: one group will take an omega-3 supplement along with a specific eye cleaning routine, while the other group will follow the same cleaning routine but without the omega-3 supplement. Researchers will measure various aspects of eye health, including the amount of inflammation, dryness, and bacteria in the eye, both before and after surgery.

To be eligible for the trial, participants must be at least 18 years old and have experienced dry eye symptoms. However, those with certain eye conditions or who have had other eye surgeries will not be included. If you join the study, you can expect to have several assessments of your eye health at different points: before surgery, a week after, and a month after surgery. This trial aims to determine whether adding omega-3 to the hygiene routine makes a difference in improving eye health before cataract surgery.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients 18 or older who underwent cataract surgical ocular hygiene treatment regimen prior to cataract surgery.
• • Patients of all severity of dry eye will be included.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Patients with any other ocular comorbidities (glaucoma, iritis, traumatic eye injury, known systemic autoimmune diseases, immune disorders, anti-inflammatory medications, blood disorders (eg. altered white counts), prior surgery, prior traumatic eye injury, previous dry eye interventions such as ocular plugs, radiofrequency, and IPL).
• • Patients who have any complications arise during the cataract surgery.
• • Patients with altered mental state and cannot provide informed consent.