A Novel Technique for the Removal of Pterygiums

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Clinical Trial Summary

The aim of this study is to introduce a new surgical technique for the removal of pterygiums that entails the use of bipolar electrocautery to secure the graft, rather than sutures.

With this, the objective is to evaluate the benefits of a new technique for pterygium surgery with respect to postoperative patient comfort, surgery time, cost and recurrence rate.

Clinical Trial Description

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Study Design

Related Conditions & MeSH terms

Pterygium

Clinical Trial Details

NCT number	NCT02321150
Study type	Interventional
Source	The University of The West Indies
Contact
Status	Unknown status
Phase	N/A
Start date	December 2013
Completion date	December 2014

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