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MyopiaEVOlveNCT06700460

Measuring Outcomes of LASIK and EVO-ICL in Matched Populations

A study testing Laser-assisted in Situ Keratomileusis and Implantable Collamer Lens placement in people with Myopia, run by Vance Thompson Vision at 5 sites in United States.

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Finished. The study has ended and is not enrolling. Results may be posted on the official record.

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Trial summary

Evaluating outcomes after bilateral implantation of ICLs or bilateral LASIK as treatment options for the correction or reduction of myopia with or without astigmatism. Read more about this study

Who is it for?
Ages 21 to 45 years
Conditions the study is for
Myopia
What is being tested?
Laser-assisted in Situ Keratomileusis and Implantable Collamer Lens placement
Type of treatment
Medical device
Could I receive a placebo?
No, everyone receives an active treatment
How many people
54 participants
Where
5 sitesUnited States
Study dates
27 Nov 2024to 13 Nov 2025
Phase
Interventional
Are there results?
None posted in the registry

Key requirements

Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.

  • Ages 21 to 45 years
  • All sexes
  • No healthy volunteers
  • Adult

Who may be able to join

  • Preoperatively the Investigator will evaluate each study subject and refer to the directions for use for EVO+ ICL and Wavefront-Optimized LASIK to confirm the subject's suitability to proceed with bilateral EVO+ ICL Implantation or bilateral Wavefront-optimized LASIK in accordance with the Investigator's standard of care for each procedure. To ensure similar characteristics across study subjects, the Investigator will also adhere to the following criteria for each group:
  • Subjects ages 21 to 45 years old.
  • Stable refractive error for at least one year (≤ 0.50 D change in refraction) or stability as determined by the Investigator.
  • Myopia or myopia with astigmatism with spherical equivalent ranging from -3.00 D to ≤ -8.00 D (in the spectacle plane) and cylinder in the range of 0.00 D to 4.00 D (in the spectacle plane).
  • Corrected distance visual acuity (CDVA) of 20/20 or better in each eye.
  • Difference between cycloplegic refraction spherical equivalent (CRSE) and manifest refraction spherical equivalent (MRSE) of ≤0.75 D.
  • Subjects must be able and willing to return for scheduled follow-up examinations after surgery.
  • Subjects must be able to read, understand and provide written informed consent on the Institutional Review Board (IRB) approved Informed Consent Form (ICF) and provide authorization as appropriate for local privacy regulations.

Who cannot join

  • 1. Pregnant or nursing women, or those who plan to become pregnant over the course of this clinical study or has another condition with associated fluctuation of hormones that could lead to refractive changes.
  • 2. Dry eye syndrome that is unable to be controlled with ocular lubricant(s) or medication(s) and which may confound study outcomes in the opinion of the Investigator.
  • 3. Serious acute, chronic, or systemic, non-ophthalmic disease or illness that would increase the operative risk, confound the outcome(s) of the study or which may preclude study completion (e.g., immunocompromised, connective tissue disease, clinically significant atopic disease, uncontrolled diabetes, etc.), in the opinion of the Investigator.
  • 4. Ocular condition (other than high myopia) that may predispose the subject to future complications, in the opinion of the Investigator. For example:
  • Pigment dispersion,
  • History or clinical signs of iritis/uveitis,
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  • History of previous ocular surgery,
  • Monocular subjects,
  • History or evidence of active or inactive corneal disease (e.g., herpes simplex keratitis, herpes zoster keratitis, recurrent corneal erosion syndrome, corneal dystrophy, etc.),
  • Evidence of retinal vascular disease,
  • Keratoconus or keratoconus suspect,
  • Glaucoma or glaucoma suspect by exam findings,
  • Ocular surface disease other than controlled dry eye syndrome. 5. Subjects who do not qualify for both study arms:
  • Bilateral Wavefront Optimized LASIK
  • Bilateral EVO+ ICL implantation
  • 6. Subjects who, in the judgment of the Investigator, present any emotional, physiologic, or anatomical condition which may preclude participation in this study or provide an inappropriate landscape for the intended study treatment.
  • 7. Participation in another clinical trial involving ocular procedures within the last 6-months.
  • 8. Other conditions or assessment that causes the subject to not be an acceptable candidate for treatment or study participation as clinically assessed and documented by the Investigator.

Trial locations and contacts

5 sites in 1 country.

5 sites in 1 country

United States5 sites
  • Cleveland Eye Clinic

    Cleveland, Ohio, 44035

  • Slade & Baker Vision

    Houston, Texas, 77027

  • Carolina Eyecare Physicians

    Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, 29464

  • Kugler Vision

    Omaha, Nebraska, 68118

  • Vance Thompson Vision Clinic

    Sioux Falls, South Dakota, 57108

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About this study

Official title: A Randomized Evaluation of Clinical Outcomes Following Bilateral Implantation of EVO+ ICL Lenses or Bilateral Wavefront-Optimized LASIK (EVOlve)

Evaluating outcomes after bilateral implantation of ICLs or bilateral LASIK as treatment options for the correction or reduction of myopia with or without astigmatism.

Read the detailed description

A randomized evaluation of clinical outcomes following bilateral implantation of EVO+ Visian™ Implantable Collamer™ Lenses or bilateral Wavefront-optimized LASIK as treatment options for the correction or reduction of myopia with or without astigmatism.

Conditions
Myopia
Being tested
Laser-assisted in Situ Keratomileusis, Implantable Collamer Lens placement
Keywords
LASIK, EVO ICL, Myopia, Clinical Outcomes
Medical subject headings
Myopia

What participants receive

What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.

  • Laser-assisted in Situ KeratomileusisDevice

    LASIK

  • Implantable Collamer Lens placementDevice

    EVO ICL

Study groups in NCT06700460
Study groupRoleWhat they receive
Laser-assisted in Situ KeratomileusisActive comparatorLASIK-Wavefront Optimized
Receives: Device: Implantable Collamer Lens placement
Implantable Collamer Lens placementActive comparatorEVO ICL
Receives: Device: Laser-assisted in Situ Keratomileusis

What is being measured

The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.

  1. Visual Acuity

    Uncorrected distance visual acuity and Corrected distance visual acuity

    Measured: 1 month

  2. Manifest refractive spherical equivalent

    Manifest refraction spherical equivalent (MRSE) is a measurement used in eye care to determine the overall refractive error of the eye, taking into account both nearsightedness or farsightedness (spherical component) and astigmatism (cylindrical component).

    It's calculated by adding the sphere power and half of the cylinder power

    Measured: 1 month

  3. Abberometry (Higher Order Abberations and Corneal Performance Index)

    Aberrometry is a technique used to measure the optical aberrations of the eye, including both lower-order aberrations (LOAs) and higher-order aberrations (HOAs).

    LOAs are the standard refractive errors, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism, which can be corrected with glasses or contact lenses. HOAs, on the other hand, are more complex aberrations that affect the quality of vision, even if the LOAs are corrected. HOAs are caused by irregularities in the shape of the cornea or lens.

    They can cause a variety of visual symptoms, including blurry vision, glare, halos, and difficulty seeing at night

    Measured: 1 month

  4. Objective Scatter Index

    The Objective Scatter Index (OSI) is a measurement used in ophthalmology to assess the quality of the eye's optical media, particularly the cornea and lens.

    It quantifies the amount of light scatter within the eye, which can affect visual clarity and contrast sensitivity.

    Measured: 1 month

  5. Contrast Sensitivity

    Contrast sensitivity is the ability to distinguish between objects with varying degrees of contrast, especially in situations of low light or when objects have subtle differences in shading.

    Measured: 1 month

  6. Tear Film Stability

    Tear film stability refers to the ability of the tear film, a thin layer of fluid that covers the surface of the eye, to remain intact and maintain a smooth, even surface. This is essential for clear vision and healthy ocular surface.

    Measured: 1 month

  7. Ocular Adverse Events in treated eyes/safety

    Ocular adverse events (OAEs) are side effects that can occur in the eye after receiving a treatment, such as medication, surgery, or radiation therapy.

    These events can range from mild and temporary to severe and permanent.

    Measured: 1 month

  8. Subjective Questionnaires and Open-Ended Questions

    Subjective questionnaires and open-ended questions are two common methods used in research to gather qualitative data. They allow researchers to delve deeper into participants' thoughts, feelings, and experiences, providing rich insights that quantitative methods may not capture.

    Measured: 1 month

Timeline

From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.

  1. First posted22 Nov 2024
  2. Study start27 Nov 2024
  3. Primary completion30 Jun 2025
  4. Study completion13 Nov 2025

Resources

More details

For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.

Study design
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Phase N/A
Primary purpose
Treatment
Allocation
Randomised
Intervention model
Single group
Model description
All LASIK procedures in this study are to be Wavefront Optimized treatments. To ensure standardization of treatments within the LASIK cohort, Wavefront-Guided and Topography-Guided treatments are prohibited. The EX500 laser, an excimer laser, employes a 1050 Hz multidimensional active tracker, online optical pachymetry, an onboard nitrogen generator and a 500 Hz laser pulse frequency that enables the treatment of each D of myopia in 1.4 seconds. The EX500 laser will perform the wavefront refraction according to the user manual and MOP instructions. Refer to current approved EVO+ ICL Directions for Use (DFU) for surgical instructions.6 Study surgeons will use 2% HPMC OVD for EVO+ ICL surgery as recommended in the DFU.
Masking
None (open label)
Enrolment
54 participants (actual)
IDs, dates and publications
ClinicalTrials.gov ID
NCT06700460
Sponsor's protocol ID
KJF-726
Acronym
EVOlve
Status last verified
Jul 2026
First submitted
15 Nov 2024
Last updated
17 Jul 2026
Results posted
No
Data monitoring committee
No
FDA-regulated drug
No
FDA-regulated device
Yes
Individual data sharing
No: Per PI

Publications

  • Ngo W, Situ P, Keir N, Korb D, Blackie C, Simpson T. Psychometric properties and validation of the Standard Patient Evaluation of Eye Dryness questionnaire. Cornea. 2013 Sep;32(9):1204-10. doi: 10.1097/ICO.0b013e318294b0c0.

    PubMed 23846405
  • Hays RD, Mangione CM, Ellwein L, Lindblad AS, Spritzer KL, McDonnell PJ. Psychometric properties of the National Eye Institute-Refractive Error Quality of Life instrument. Ophthalmology. 2003 Dec;110(12):2292-301. doi: 10.1016/j.ophtha.2002.07.001.

    PubMed 14644710
  • Sanders DR, Doney K, Poco M; ICL in Treatment of Myopia Study Group. United States Food and Drug Administration clinical trial of the Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) for moderate to high myopia: three-year follow-up. Ophthalmology. 2004 Sep;111(9):1683-92. doi: 10.1016/j.ophtha.2004.03.026.

    PubMed 15350323
  • Directions for Use, EVO Visian® ICL (Implantable Collamer® Lens)." Accessed April 1, 2024. https://edfu.staar.com/edfu/.

  • Moshirfar M, Durnford K, Megerdichian A, Thomson A, Martheswaran T, West W Jr, McCabe S, Ronquillo Y, Hoopes P. Refractive Outcomes After LASIK for the Treatment of Mixed Astigmatism with the Allegretto WaveLight EX500. Ophthalmol Ther. 2022 Apr;11(2):785-795. doi: 10.1007/s40123-022-00472-4. Epub 2022 Feb 15.

    PubMed 35167040
  • U.S. Food and Drug Administration. "PMA-P030008: WAVELIGHT EXCIMER LASER SYSTEM. "Accessed.fda.gov, https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpma/pma.cfm?id=P030008S006. Accessed 01Apr2024.

  • Meidani A, Tzavara C. Comparison of efficacy, safety, and predictability of laser in situ keratomileusis using two laser suites. Clin Ophthalmol. 2016 Aug 24;10:1639-46. doi: 10.2147/OPTH.S110626. eCollection 2016.

    PubMed 27601880
  • Du H, Zhang B, Wang Z, Xiong L. Quality of vision after myopic refractive surgeries: SMILE, FS-LASIK, and ICL. BMC Ophthalmol. 2023 Jun 26;23(1):291. doi: 10.1186/s12886-023-03045-6.

    PubMed 37365492

Questions about this trial

What is this clinical trial studying?

A study testing Laser-assisted in Situ Keratomileusis and Implantable Collamer Lens placement in people with Myopia, run by Vance Thompson Vision at 5 sites in United States.

The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.

Who may be eligible to take part?

The sponsor lists 8 inclusion and 18 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.

Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?

The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 17 Jul 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.

Where is the study taking place?

The record lists 5 sites in United States. Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.

What are the possible benefits and risks?

They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.

Are results available for this study?

The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.

How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?

The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.

What does the primary outcome measure?

Visual Acuity (time frame: 1 month). The study lists 8 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.

Where can I read the original study information?

On the ClinicalTrials.gov record for NCT06700460, which also lists 8 linked publications.

Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?

No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.

How often is this information updated?

AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 17 Jul 2026.

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