Phase 3
Completed N=29
Rhopressa for Corneal Edema Associated With Fuchs Dystrophy
Fuchs Endothelial Dystrophy
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04051463 ↗
Enrolled (actual)
29
Serious AEs
0.0%
Results posted
Sep 2021
Primary outcomePrimary: Change in Central Corneal Thickness — -23; -2 microns
◆ Published Evidence
Established
48citations · ~10 / year
Randomized, Double-Masked, Pilot Study of Netarsudil 0.02% Ophthalmic Solution for Treatment of Corneal Edema in Fuchs Dystrophy.
Summary
The study objective is to determine whether use of Rhopressa improves the ability of corneal endothelial cells to maintain appropriate corneal hydration in patients with Fuchs endothelial corneal dystrophy (FECD), which could help delay or prevent the need for a corneal transplant.
Linked Publications
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Randomized, Double-Masked, Pilot Study of Netarsudil 0.02% Ophthalmic Solution for Treatment of Corneal Edema in Fuchs Dystrophy.
Outcome Measures
| Outcome | Result | p-value |
|---|---|---|
| PRIMARY Change in Central Corneal Thickness |
-23; -2 | — |
| SECONDARY Change in Corrected Distance Visual Acuity (CDVA) |
1.9; 0.3 | — |
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- At least 18 years of age
- Male or female patient diagnosed with FECD and corneal edema evident by slit lamp exam and/or corneal tomography.
- Patient is able and willing to administer eye drops.
- Patient is able to comprehend and has signed the Informed Consent form.
Exclusion Criteria
- Active intraocular inflammation, corneal ulceration, keratitis, or conjunctivitis.
- Known sensitivity to any of the ingredients in the study medications.
- Abnormal eyelid function.
- History of herpetic keratitis.
- History of non-compliance with using prescribed medication.
- Current or planned pregnancy within the study duration.
- Concurrent involvement or participation in another randomized clinical trial within 30 days prior to enrollment in this study.
- Any ocular or systemic condition (i.e., UNCONTROLLED systemic disease) or situation which in the investigator's opinion may put the patient at significant risk, confound the study results, or interfere significantly with the patient's participation in the study.
Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT04051463) and the linked publication. Outcome figures and adverse-event rates are extracted automatically from the registry's posted results and are provided for clinician reference, not as a substitute for the primary publication. Informational only — not medical advice.