The Effect of a New Emulsion in Dry Eye Patients on Tear Layer Aberrometry, Contrast Sensitivity, and Reading Ability
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2011-08-01
Target enrollment:
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Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate how the addition of a new emulsion artificial
tear to the tear layer of dry eye and normal patients affects aberrometry, contrast
sensitivity, and reading ability over time. Previous studies have indicated that daily use of
artificial tears over a two week period decreases the short term affect of drop application
on aberrometry and contrast sensitivity measurements. The present study will examine the
effects of 4 weeks of artificial tear use to determine when the responses stabilize.
Phase:
N/A
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Southern California College of Optometry Southern California College of Optometry at Marshall B. Ketchum University