RecruitingNCT04439552

fMRI and IVCM Cornea Microscopy of CXL in Keratoconus

Neuroplasticity of Pain Pathways and Corneal Afferent Regeneration Following Corneal Crosslinking (CXL) in Keratoconus

Sponsor

Boston Children's Hospital

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Oct 4, 2021

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Pain, Chronic Pain, Postoperative Pain, Acute Surgical Wound Keratoconus Cornea Surgical Injury Cornea Injury

Summary

Evaluation of neuroplasticity of pain pathways and corneal afferent nerve regeneration following corneal crosslinking (CXL) in keratoconus patients using fMRI and corneal In Vivo Confocal Microscopy (IVCM).

Eligibility

Min Age: 8 YearsMax Age: 35 Years

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This clinical trial is studying a new treatment for people with cornea, cornea injury, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 8 Years to 35 Years.

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Locations(1)

Boston Children's Hospital

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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