Evaluation of the Corneal Endothelial Cell Layer by Specular Microscopy in Patients With Thyroid Eye Disease

Launched by ASSIUT UNIVERSITY · Jan 30, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at how thyroid eye disease affects the cells in the cornea, which is the clear front part of the eye. Researchers want to see if there is any damage to the corneal endothelial cell layer in patients with this condition. The study will use a special imaging technique called specular microscopy to take a closer look at these cells.

To participate in this trial, individuals must have been diagnosed with thyroid eye disease based on specific medical criteria. However, people with other serious health issues, such as diabetes, or those who have had prior eye surgeries, corneal diseases, eye injuries, or glaucoma, will not be eligible. The trial is currently not recruiting participants, and it aims to gather important information that could help improve the understanding and treatment of thyroid eye disease in the future.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients with thyroid eye disease whom diagnosis was established based on bartley diagnostic criteria .
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • participates with systemic diseases other than HT such as
• • 1. diabetes mellitus
• • 2. previous ocular surgery or laser therapy.
• • 3. history of corneal disease.
• • 4. history of trauma.
• • 5. history of glaucoma