Lacrifill for Ocular Surface Optimization in Cataract Surgery
Purpose
This is a single-site observational study designed to evaluate the efficacy of Lacrifill™ canalicular filler in optimizing ocular surface parameters and biometric precision in prospective cataract surgery patients with dry eye disease (DED).
Condition
- Cataract
Eligibility
- Eligible Ages
- Over 40 Years
- Eligible Sex
- All
- Accepts Healthy Volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria
- Age >= 40 years - Diagnosed dry eye (OSDI >= 13, TBUT < 10 sec, or Oxford staining >= Grade 2) - No recent ocular surgeries (<6 months) - No significant changes in DED regimen within last 1 month
Exclusion Criteria
- Previous punctal plugs or canalicular cautery - Active ocular inflammation or corneal pathology unrelated to DED
Study Design
- Phase
- Study Type
- Observational
- Observational Model
- Cohort
- Time Perspective
- Prospective
Arm Groups
| Arm | Description | Assigned Intervention |
|---|---|---|
| Lacrifill Canalicular Filler | Observational Study |
|
Recruiting Locations
The Eye Institute of West Florida
Largo, Florida 33770
Largo, Florida 33770
More Details
- Status
- Recruiting
- Sponsor
- The Eye Institute of West Florida