Corneal Transplantation Insights in Germany

The German Keratoplasty Registry of the German Ophthalmological Society (DOG)

Recruiting Observational Study
Corneal Transplantation
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. No Study Drug Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
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At a Glance
Age
1 – 100
Sex
Any
Study type
Observational
Participants needed
100,000 (estimated)
Sponsor
Universität des Saarlandes · Other
Who this trial is looking for

This trial is looking for patients in Germany who have had corneal transplantation since 2001. By participating, you help researchers understand trends and techniques in corneal surgeries.

Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?

You may be able to join if

  • I have undergone corneal transplantation since 2001.

You may not be able to join if

  • I have not had corneal transplantation.

Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.

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About This Trial

Aim of this study is to reflect on the changing trends in absolute numbers, surgical techniques and indications of corneal transplantations being performed in Germany. The Section Cornea of the German Ophthalmological Society provides interim-assessments on a regular basis about the most up-to-date results of this long-term study.

Trial Locations
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: All patients in Germany treated with the different types of corneal transplantation since 2001. Exclusion Criteria: Patients without corneal transplantation.
Contacts

Elias Flockerzi, PD Dr.med.

0049-6841-16-22302

elias.flockerzi@uks.eu

CONTACT

Berthold Seitz, Prof.Dr.med.

0049-6841-16-22387

berthold.seitz@uks.eu

CONTACT