Telemedicine Screening for Glaucoma
(SIGHT Trial)
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Standard optometric examination, Technology enhanced eye disease detection protocol for glaucoma?
Research shows that telemedicine programs, like the Technology-Based Eye Care Services (TECS), can effectively detect eye diseases and are comparable to in-person exams, although they are slightly less sensitive for glaucoma. Additionally, using intraocular pressure measurements in telemedicine screenings improves the accuracy of glaucoma diagnoses.12345
Is telemedicine screening for glaucoma safe for humans?
How is the telemedicine screening for glaucoma treatment different from other treatments?
This treatment is unique because it uses telemedicine (remote healthcare services) to screen for glaucoma, allowing for early detection in remote or rural areas where access to traditional eye care facilities may be limited. It combines portable devices with telemedicine to improve accessibility and accuracy in diagnosing glaucoma.12458
What is the purpose of this trial?
To compare eye disease detection rates at a Federally Qualified Health Center between a technology-enhanced protocol and standard optometric clinical examination for three of the leading causes of blindness: glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and visually significant cataract.
Research Team
Paula Anne Newman-Casey, MD
Principal Investigator
University of Michigan
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for individuals who visit a Federally Qualified Health Center and are at risk of eye diseases like glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, or cataracts. Specific eligibility criteria were not provided.Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Intervention
Participants receive either a standard optometric examination or a technology-enhanced eye disease detection protocol
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for visual function and quality-of-life after intervention
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Standard optometric examination
- Technology enhanced eye disease detection protocol
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Michigan
Lead Sponsor
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Collaborator