Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov
Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University
6 clinical trials · 6 recruiting · OTHER
Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University has 6 clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov, with 6 actively recruiting participants. The trials listed below cover 8 conditions across the phases listed in the sidebar. Always discuss any specific trial with your physician before contacting a study site.
About Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University\'s Trial Portfolio
Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University is a non-industry sponsor (academic medical center, hospital, foundation, or research network). Non-industry sponsors often investigate novel approaches, rare conditions, and behavioral or surgical interventions that commercial sponsors may not prioritize.
6 of Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University's 6 registered trials are currently recruiting — roughly 100% of the portfolio. A high recruiting share usually points to an active research pipeline with multiple programs at the enrollment stage.
Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University's research footprint spans systemic-light-chain-amyloidosis (1 trials), Ocular Complications (1), and Diabetic Macular Edema (1) as the top three conditions. The full condition list, sorted by trial count, is in the sidebar.
is the largest single phase in Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University's portfolio at 67% of registered trials. The full phase breakdown appears in the sidebar.
Trials by Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University
The Impact of Systemic Light Chain Amyloidosis on Eyes
Study Purpose and Principle: Amyloidosis is a group of diseases characterized by the deposition of amyloid proteins in tissues and organs throughout the body, with common affected...
Home- vs Hospital-based Care of Anti-VEGF Treatment for Diabetic Macular Edema: Non-inferiority RCT
Diabetic macular edema (DME) is a common cause of central visual loss in diabetic patients and a global public health burden around the world. Most patients with DME and vision...
The Cohort Study of Uveitis Patients
This study intends to explore the epidemiology, pathogenesis, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and treatment of uveitis. This is a cohort study. The outcome of the study is the...
Impact of Capsular Tension Ring on Intraocular Lens Position in Retinitis Pigmentosa Cataract Patients
This is a self-controlled randomized clinical trial to investigate the effect of capsular tension ring (CTR) implantation on intraocular lens (IOL) position in cataract patients...
The Cohort Study of Pediatric Cataract
This retrospective-prospective bidirectional cohort study aims to observe ocular parameter changes, different surgical/vision recovery strategies and postoperative adverse effects...
The Collagen Factors of Rapid Progression of Keratoconus in Children.
The purpose of this observational study was to understand the differences in clinical features and mechanisms of keratoconus between children and adults. The main questions it...
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Authoritative Resources
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials does Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University have on ClinicalTrials.gov?
Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University has 6 clinical trials registered on the federal ClinicalTrials.gov registry, of which 6 are actively recruiting participants right now. These counts come directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API and are updated as the registry changes.
What conditions does Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University study?
Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University's registered trials cover 8 conditions on ClinicalTrials.gov, led by systemic-light-chain-amyloidosis (1 trial), Ocular Complications (1 trial), Diabetic Macular Edema (1 trial), Uveitis (1 trial), Cataract (1 trial). The complete condition list appears in the sidebar of this page; each condition links to a page listing every recruiting trial in that area, regardless of sponsor.
How do I join a Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University clinical trial?
Joining a clinical trial is a medical decision that should always involve your treating physician. Each trial page on this site includes the eligibility criteria translated into plain English alongside the official clinical text, plus the contact information that the sponsor has registered with ClinicalTrials.gov. Bring the trial information to your doctor before reaching out — they can review the full inclusion and exclusion criteria against your medical history and help you decide whether to pursue screening.
What does the trial phase mean?
Phase 1 trials test safety and dosing in small groups (often 20–80 healthy volunteers or patients). Phase 2 trials evaluate efficacy and side effects in larger groups (100–300 patients with the target condition). Phase 3 trials confirm efficacy and monitor safety in the largest groups (300–3,000+ patients) and form the basis of an FDA approval submission. Phase 4 studies happen after a treatment is approved, monitoring long-term safety and effectiveness in real-world use. Some trials register without a phase — common for device, behavioral, or observational studies.
Where does this trial data come from?
All trial data is pulled directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API v2, the official federal trial registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. Under FDAAA 801, most U.S. drug and device trials are required to register, making ClinicalTrials.gov the most comprehensive source. Sponsors are responsible for keeping their listings current; trial status can shift between data refreshes.
How This Sponsor Page Is Built
Every count on this page is derived directly from ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 records. Trial counts include all trials currently registered to this sponsor; the recruiting count reflects trials with status "Recruiting" or equivalent. Plain-English eligibility translations on each linked trial page preserve the original clinical text alongside an accessible version. Read the full methodology for the data pipeline and limitations.
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Last updated 2026-05-08 · 6 trials tracked for Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center, Sun Yat-sen University.
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