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NCT02205632
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Relationships Between Macular Pigment Optical Density and Lacquer Cracks in High Myopic Patients.
Sponsor: Poitiers University Hospital
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Summary
Lutein ans zeaxanthin, carotenoids provided by dietary intake are mainly located in the macular area. Its absorption peak at 460 nm may reduce photic damages. The macular pigment density can be evaluated by its optical density. Reduced macular pigment level is a significant risk factor for age-macular degeneration. The nutritional intake can minimise the risk of age-macular degeneration.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
39
Start Date
2014-02
Completion Date
2014-11
Last Updated
2026-06-11
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
DEVICE
MPS II
Locations (1)
ophthalmology department, Poitiers University Hospital
Poitiers, VIENNE, France