Self-Monitoring OCT for Retinal Imaging
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of this research study is to test participants ability to obtain OCT images of the eyes using an OCT device that is comparable to FDA-approved OCT devices on the market, without the help of an eye technician. Patients with ocular diseases often need to come to frequent appointments with an eye care provider for close monitoring and evaluation. Transportation difficulties, other medical problems, and limited appointments slots can make regular follow-up challenging. In addition, the anxiety of permanent vision loss and subjective nature of monitoring symptoms highlight the need for an alternative solution in which patients can self-generate OCT images of the eye for the eye care provider to review.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Warren Sobol, MD
Principal Investigator
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for adults (18 or older) who are visiting a University Hospitals Eye Institute clinic, are scheduled for standard eye imaging (OCT), and are willing to fill out study questionnaires.Inclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Self-monitoring
Participants use an OCT device to obtain OCT images of the eyes without the help of an eye technician
Technician-acquired OCT
Technicians use a standard OCT device to obtain OCT images of the eyes as per standard of care
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after the self-monitoring phase
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Self-administered OCT imaging system
- Technician-acquired OCT imaging
Trial Overview
The study compares two ways of getting detailed images of the eyes: one where patients use an OCT device themselves, and another where a trained technician takes the images. The goal is to see if self-imaging works as well as technician-acquired imaging.
How Is the Trial Designed?
2
Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Participants will use an OCT device to obtain OCT images of the eyes.
Technicians will use a standard OCT device to obtain OCT images of the eyes as per standard of care.
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Case Western Reserve University
Lead Sponsor
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