Protocol Number: 98-EI-0085

Title:

Screening Study for the Evaluation and Diagnosis of Potential Research Subjects with Ocular Inflammatory or Immunologic Diseases

Number:

98-EI-0085

Summary:

This screening protocol is designed to facilitate patient recruitment to National Eye Institute (NEI) clinical research studies. Patients must meet specific requirements of a research study; this protocol serves as a first step for admitting patients to an appropriate program.

Candidates may have a diagnosed or undiagnosed eye condition. They will be screened with a medical history, physical examination, eye examination and blood test. Other screening procedures may include routine laboratory tests, non-invasive imaging, and questionnaires. The eye examination includes measurement of eye pressure and dilation of the pupils to fully examine the lens, vitreous and retina. Specialized eye tests will be done only if needed to determine eligibility for a specific study. When the screening is completed, patients will be informed of their options to participate in a study. Patients who are found ineligible for a current study will be informed of alternative treatments or options. No treatment is offered under this protocol.

Sponsoring Institute:

National Eye Institute (NEI)

Recruitment Detail

Type: Participants currently recruited/enrolled

Gender: Male & Female

Referral Letter Required: No

Population Exclusion(s): None

Eligibility Criteria:

Participants will be able to enroll if they:

1. Have a diagnosed ocular inflammatory eye disease; OR

2. Have an unusual, interesting or unknown ocular condition that requires the establishment of a diagnosis; AND

3. Have the ability to understand and sign an informed consent OR have a legal parent/guardian with the ability to do the same.

2.2 Exclusion Criteria

Participants will be unable to enroll if they:

1. Have no ocular medical conditions; OR

2. Are unwilling or unable to cooperate with the procedures.

Special Instructions:

Currently Not Provided

Keywords:

Uveitis

Conjunctivitis

Iritis

Retinitis

Keratitis

Screening Protocol

Ocular Immunology

Inflammation

Recruitment Keyword(s):

Uveitis

Conjunctivitis

Keratitis

Eye Inflammation

Condition(s):

Conjunctivitis

Iritis

Keratitis

Retinitis

Uveitis

Investigational Drug(s):

None

Investigational Device(s):

None

Intervention(s):

None

Supporting Site:

National Eye Institute

Contact(s):

Patient Recruitment and Public Liaison Office
Building 61
10 Cloister Court
Bethesda, Maryland 20892-4754
Toll Free: 1-800-411-1222
TTY: 301-594-9774 (local),1-866-411-1010 (toll free)
Fax: 301-480-9793

Electronic Mail:prpl@mail.cc.nih.gov

Citation(s): Not Provided

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