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Follow-up Compliance for Corneal Ulcer Patients With SMS Reminder

NCT07377513 · Status: RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 310

Last updated 2026-05-12

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Summary

Corneal ulcer is defined as the loss of corneal epithelium with underlying stromal infiltration and suppuration, accompanied by signs of inflammation, with or without hypopyon1. The condition may be caused by bacterial, fungal, viral or parasitic pathogens and carries a significant risk of corneal perforation and subsequent visual impairment2. These risks highlight the importance of timely treatment plans and consistent referral networks3.

A lot of patients choose to self-medicate and postpone seeking professional assistance due either their lack of awareness or forgetfulness, which results in inadequate follow-up compliance4,5. Scheduling appointments regularly is still a significant barrier to successful treatment and visual recovery.

SMS reminders have shown encouraging real-world success in improving follow-up attendance with in ophthalmology. Mobile health tools, such as the peek Community Eye Health system, have proven increased follow-up rates and improved access to eye care services in low-resource setting through automated appointment reminders and patient monitoring6.

The aim of this operational research study to evaluated the feasibility, scalability, and effectiveness of SMS reminders in improving follow-up compliance among patients with corneal ulcer at the Lumbini Eye Institute and Research Center (LEIRC), Western Nepal. The findings are expected to inform the integration of cost-effective digital health strategies to strengthen patient adherence, optimize clinical outcomes, and support eye health programs in resource limited environments.

Conditions

  • Corneal Ulcer

Interventions

OTHER

SMS reminder

Patients presenting on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for the first time for treatment will be recruited in the intervention group. For those who are recruited after receiving informed consent, SMS reminders before scheduled follow-up will be sent from the hospital regarding the next scheduled visit. In addition, routine counselling will be done during the first visit regarding the follow-up schedule.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Lumbini Eye Institute and Research Centre

    collaborator OTHER

  • Pragyaan Sustainable Health Outcomes Foundation

    collaborator OTHER

  • Seva Canada Society

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
NON_RANDOMIZED
Purpose
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
Masking
NONE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
70 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2026-02-23
Primary Completion
2027-06-30
Completion
2027-12-31

Countries

  • Nepal

Study Locations

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