🏛️ Verified NIH Record • Updated 2026-07-22

Autologous Serum Tears With Hyaluronate vs Balanced Salt Solution for Moderate-to-Severe Dry Eye (NCT07413172)

The Effect of Autologous Serum Tears Diluted to 50% With 0.2% Sodium Hyaluronate-Containing Preservative-Free Artificial Tears Versus Autologous Serum Tears Diluted to 50% With Balanced Salt Solution in Patients With Moderate-to-Severe Dry Eye Disease: A Prospective, Double-Blind, Randomized, Controlled, Contralateral-Eye Study

🟢 Recruiting Phase2 💊 Investigational Drug / Biologic Sponsor: University of Miami

🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This study aims to find out whether adding sodium hyaluronate, a moisturizing ingredient commonly found in artificial tears, makes autologous serum eye drops more effective for treating moderate-to-severe dry eye disease. Each participant will use one version of the drops in one eye and the standard version in the other eye. The goal is to see if the new combination provides better relief, comfort, and eye surface healing compared to the traditional formulation.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Bascom Palmer Eye Institute — Miami, Florida

Age range: 18 Years

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Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗

📍 All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • Bascom Palmer Eye Institute — Miami, Florida

📞 Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (561) 560-1657

Email: kxc1149@miami.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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💡 How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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