the Study of the Association Between the Gut Microbiota and Central Serous Chorioretinopathy

Status: Recruiting
Location: See location...
Intervention Type: Dietary supplement
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

To investigate the potential association between gut microbiota and central serous chorioretinopathy (CSC), we have observed in our clinical practice that CSC patients often experience chronic gastrointestinal issues. This observation has led us to hypothesize that CSC may be associated with gut dysbiosis. The Bifidobacterium genus is widely recognized as a beneficial gut bacterium, and numerous well-established Bifidobacterium supplements are available on the market. To explore this possible connection, we will collect fecal samples from both CSC patients and healthy individuals. Using whole-metagenome shotgun sequencing, we will compare the gut microbiota compositions of the two groups to determine if significant differences exist. Additionally, we will randomly assign patients to two groups: one group will receive Bifidobacterium supplements for at least one month, while the other group will receive a placebo. We will then assess whether the group receiving the supplements experiences faster recovery and lower relapse rates compared to the placebo group.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
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• Age 18 to 60 years

• Diagnosis of acute central serous chorioretinopathy (CSC) (affected eye: ① FFA and ICGA showing typical CSC manifestations, ② presence of subretinal fluid (SRF) at the macular fovea, ③ disease duration ≤ 6 months)

• Best Corrected Visual Acuity (BCVA): 53 to 86 letters

• Other: No significant systemic diseases, signed informed consent, and able to commit to follow-up

Locations
Other Locations
China
2 nd Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, China
RECRUITING
Hanzhou
Contact Information
Primary
Weixin Zheng, master
22318933@zju.edu.cn
+86 18888918935
Backup
Panpan Ye, doctor
yepanpan@zju.edu.cn
+86 13806506267
Time Frame
Start Date: 2024-05-27
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-07-01
Participants
Target number of participants: 400
Treatments
Experimental: receiving Bifidobacterium supplements
Placebo_comparator: receiving placebo
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University

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