Cataract Studies
Eyedrop Study:
Research study involving an investigational eye drop for the treatment of eye pain and inflammation after cataract surgery. Qualified candidates will receive some eye exams and study medications at no cost. Candidates may receive compensation for study participation.
TENSION RING:
"Dr. Price and the Cornea Research Foundation participated in the clinical trial that resulted in recent FDA approval of the tension rings for use in certain high risk cataract patients."
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Tension Ring Implant Surgery Video
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Endocapsular Tension Ring
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Most people develop cataracts, or clouding of the natural lens inside their eye, as they age. Treatment involves removing the natural lens and replacing it with a plastic lens. This is a relatively easy surgical procedure in most patients.
The natural lens sits inside a "capsular bag". This bag hangs in the center of the eyeball, suspended by thin membranes, known as "zonules". The zonules extend out from the capsular bag in a sunbeam pattern, attaching to the eyeball. In up to 5 out of every 100 patients, some of the zonules are weak, loose or missing. In these patients there is a high risk of having the lens and capsular bag move out of position during or after cataract surgery.
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To minimize the risk of cataract surgery in these high-risk patients, an Endocapsular Tension Ring can be placed inside the capsular bag. This ring helps distribute stress around the full circumference, allowing intact zonules to help carry the load for loose or missing ones.
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