Use of Intravitreal Aflibercept Injection for Neovascular Glaucoma

Sponsor
University of Colorado, Denver (Other)
Overall Status
Completed
CT.gov ID
NCT01711879
Collaborator
(none)
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Study Details

Study Description

Brief Summary

This 52 week study will assess the use of intravitreal aflibercept injections in patients with neovascular glaucoma (NVG) compared to standard of care panretinal photocoagulation.

The investigators hypothesize that the neovascularization of the iris and angle present in neovascular glaucoma will resolve more quickly in eye treated with intravitreal aflibercept injection alone and result in increased comfort and preservation of visual field as compared to current standard of care utilizing pan-retinal photocoagulation. The advantages to intravitreal aflibercept injection use could include resolution of NVI/NVA (neovascularization of the iris/neovascularization of the angle) leading to quicker pain relief and quicker lowering of IOP (intraocular pressure).

Condition or Disease Intervention/Treatment Phase
N/A

Detailed Description

The two arms of this study will compare current common practice (initial intravitreal anti-VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor) to study treatment (VEGF) injection only) for 52 weeks.

This single center study will consist of 20 patients with NVG. Patients will be randomized to:

  • Group A: A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks.

or

  • Group B: 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.

Clinical assessment will include pain assessment (Universal Pain Scale), best corrected visual acuity (ETDRS), ophthalmic examination, anterior segment assessment including number of clock-hours of NVI/NVA, gonioscopy, anterior segment photography, visual field test (Humphrey SITA- Standard 24-2), optic nerve OCT (Zeiss Cirrus Optic Disc Cube 200x200), macular OCT (Cube scan 512 x 128 and 5 Line Raster), fluorescein angiography (initial iris phase followed by standard retinal angiography), and concurrent medical/ocular medications. Qualitative assessment of neovascularization will be made by the investigator based on comparison to baseline angiography.

Study Design

Study Type:
Interventional
Actual Enrollment :
7 participants
Allocation:
Randomized
Intervention Model:
Parallel Assignment
Masking:
None (Open Label)
Primary Purpose:
Treatment
Official Title:
Use of Intravitreal Aflibercept Injection for Neovascular Glaucoma
Study Start Date :
Jan 1, 2013
Actual Primary Completion Date :
Oct 1, 2015
Actual Study Completion Date :
Oct 1, 2015

Arms and Interventions

Arm Intervention/Treatment
Active Comparator: Aflibercept with Laser

A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks

Drug: Aflibercept
Details covered in arm description
Other Names:
  • Eylea
  • Experimental: Aflibercept

    2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.

    Drug: Aflibercept
    Details covered in arm description
    Other Names:
  • Eylea
  • Outcome Measures

    Primary Outcome Measures

    1. Incidence of Adverse Events [2 year]

      Assess the safety profile of repeated intravitreal aflibercept injections in patients with NVG by evaluating the incidence of adverse events

    2. Severity of Adverse Events [2 year]

      Assess the safety profile of repeated intravitreal aflibercept injections in patients with NVG by evaluating the severity of adverse events

    Secondary Outcome Measures

    1. Rate and Extent of Resolution of Neovascularization [1 year]

      Compare between Groups A and B the Rate and extent of resolution of neovascularization in patients with NVG Stages 1 & 2.

    2. Intraocular Pressure (mmHg) at Baseline [Baseline]

      Intraocular pressure(mmHg) as measured by Goldmann applanation tonometry between groups A and B

    3. Intraocular Pressure (mmHg) at Week 52 [Week 52]

      Mean intraocular pressure(mmHg) as measured by Goldmann applanation tonometry between groups A and B

    4. Number of Patients Losing > 5 Letters on Visual Acuity in Each Group A and Group B [Baseline to Week 52]

      Comparison between patients, groups A and B, that lost > 5 letters on visual acuity

    5. Number of Patients in Each, Group A and Group B, Gaining > 5 Letters on Visual Acuity [Baseline to Week 52]

      Comparison of patients in each, group A and group B, that gained > 5 letters on visual acuity

    6. Visual Acuity at Baseline [Baseline]

      Comparison of visual acuity between groups A and B

    7. Visual Acuity at Week 52 [Week 52]

      Comparison of visual acuity at Week 52 between groups A and B

    8. Comparison of the Visual Field Between Groups [1 year]

      Comparison of the Visual field s measured by HVF 24-2 SITA Standards between groups A and B

    9. Measure of the Optical Coherence Tomography(OCT) Outcomes [Baseline to Week 52]

      Evaluation of the Optical Coherence Tomography(OCT) outcomes (average retinal nerve fiber layer(RNFL) and central macular thickness), Compared between groups A and B.

    10. Number of Patients With Need for Surgical Intervention [1 year]

      Comparison between groups A and B and the need for surgical intervention in both arms during the follow-up period

    11. Number of Participants With Need for Additional IOP Lowering Medications [1 year]

      Comparison between groups A and B for the need of additional IOP lowering medications

    12. Extent of Resolution of Neovascularization Between Groups [1 year]

      Comparison of groups A and B and the extent of resolution of neovascularization in patients with NVG Stages 1 & 2

    13. Evaluation of the Average Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL) [1 year]

      Comparison between groups A and B of the average retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) as measured by Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)

    Eligibility Criteria

    Criteria

    Ages Eligible for Study:
    21 Years to 90 Years
    Sexes Eligible for Study:
    All
    Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
    No
    Inclusion Criteria:
    • Patients with a diagnosis of neovascular glaucoma (Stage I-II)

    • Individuals who are ages 21-90 years old; male or female of any race

    • Presence of neovascularization of the iris and/or angle

    • At least 90 degrees of "unzipped" anterior chamber angle as noted by gonioscopy. (a "zipped angle is the term used for a drainage angle that is slowly closing due to scar tissue from the neovascularization process)

    • Visual acuity of light perception or better in the study eye

    • Willing and able to comply with clinic visits and study-related procedures

    • Provide signed informed consent

    Exclusion Criteria:
    • Use of intravitreal anti-VEGF agents in the study eye in the past 3 months.

    • Full PRP in the study eye

    • Prior vitrectomy in the study eye

    • Prior trabeculectomy or other filtration surgery in the study eye

    • Active ocular or periocular infection in the study eye

    • Ocular conditions (Cataract or vitreous hemorrhage) that might require surgery in next 12 months

    • Allergy to fluorescein dye

    • Any past use of systemic anti-VEGF medication

    • Myocardial infarction within 6 months prior to study enrollment

    • Stroke within 6 months prior to study enrollment

    • Pregnant or breast-feeding women

    • Sexually active men or women of childbearing potential who are unwilling to practice adequate contraception during the study

    Contacts and Locations

    Locations

    Site City State Country Postal Code
    1 Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Institute Aurora Colorado United States 80045

    Sponsors and Collaborators

    • University of Colorado, Denver

    Investigators

    • Principal Investigator: Malik Y Kahook, MD, University of Colorado, Denver

    Study Documents (Full-Text)

    None provided.

    More Information

    Publications

    None provided.
    Responsible Party:
    University of Colorado, Denver
    ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
    NCT01711879
    Other Study ID Numbers:
    • 12-1526
    First Posted:
    Oct 22, 2012
    Last Update Posted:
    Mar 18, 2022
    Last Verified:
    Feb 1, 2022
    Individual Participant Data (IPD) Sharing Statement:
    No
    Plan to Share IPD:
    No
    Additional relevant MeSH terms:

    Study Results

    Participant Flow

    Recruitment Details
    Pre-assignment Detail
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Period Title: Overall Study
    STARTED 3 4
    COMPLETED 2 4
    NOT COMPLETED 1 0

    Baseline Characteristics

    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept Total
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks Aflibercept: Details covered in arm description 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks. Aflibercept: Details covered in arm description Total of all reporting groups
    Overall Participants 3 4 7
    Age (Count of Participants)
    <=18 years
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Between 18 and 65 years
    3
    100%
    2
    50%
    5
    71.4%
    >=65 years
    0
    0%
    2
    50%
    2
    28.6%
    Age (years) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ]
    Mean (Standard Deviation) [years]
    56.33
    (5.69)
    61.5
    (15.63)
    59.29
    (11.86)
    Sex: Female, Male (Count of Participants)
    Female
    3
    100%
    3
    75%
    6
    85.7%
    Male
    0
    0%
    1
    25%
    1
    14.3%
    Ethnicity (NIH/OMB) (Count of Participants)
    Hispanic or Latino
    3
    100%
    3
    75%
    6
    85.7%
    Not Hispanic or Latino
    0
    0%
    1
    25%
    1
    14.3%
    Unknown or Not Reported
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    0
    0%

    Outcome Measures

    1. Primary Outcome
    Title Incidence of Adverse Events
    Description Assess the safety profile of repeated intravitreal aflibercept injections in patients with NVG by evaluating the incidence of adverse events
    Time Frame 2 year

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    [Not Specified]
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 3 4
    Count of Participants [Participants]
    3
    100%
    4
    100%
    2. Primary Outcome
    Title Severity of Adverse Events
    Description Assess the safety profile of repeated intravitreal aflibercept injections in patients with NVG by evaluating the severity of adverse events
    Time Frame 2 year

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    [Not Specified]
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 3 4
    Mild
    0
    0%
    1
    25%
    Moderate
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Severe
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    None
    3
    100%
    3
    75%
    Mild
    0
    0%
    1
    25%
    Moderate
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Severe
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    None
    3
    100%
    3
    75%
    Mild
    0
    0%
    1
    25%
    Moderate
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Severe
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    None
    3
    100%
    3
    75%
    Mild
    2
    66.7%
    0
    0%
    Moderate
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Severe
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    None
    1
    33.3%
    4
    100%
    Mild
    0
    0%
    1
    25%
    Moderate
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Severe
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    None
    3
    100%
    3
    75%
    Mild
    1
    33.3%
    1
    25%
    Moderate
    1
    33.3%
    0
    0%
    Severe
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    None
    1
    33.3%
    3
    75%
    Mild
    0
    0%
    1
    25%
    Moderate
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Severe
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    None
    3
    100%
    3
    75%
    Mild
    0
    0%
    1
    25%
    Moderate
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Severe
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    None
    3
    100%
    3
    75%
    Mild
    0
    0%
    1
    25%
    Moderate
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Severe
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    None
    3
    100%
    3
    75%
    Mild
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Moderate
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Severe
    1
    33.3%
    0
    0%
    None
    2
    66.7%
    4
    100%
    Mild
    0
    0%
    1
    25%
    Moderate
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Severe
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    None
    3
    100%
    3
    75%
    Mild
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Moderate
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Severe
    1
    33.3%
    0
    0%
    None
    2
    66.7%
    4
    100%
    Mild
    0
    0%
    1
    25%
    Moderate
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    Severe
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    None
    3
    100%
    3
    75%
    3. Secondary Outcome
    Title Rate and Extent of Resolution of Neovascularization
    Description Compare between Groups A and B the Rate and extent of resolution of neovascularization in patients with NVG Stages 1 & 2.
    Time Frame 1 year

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    No data was collected or analyzed for this Outcome Measure
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 0 0
    4. Secondary Outcome
    Title Intraocular Pressure (mmHg) at Baseline
    Description Intraocular pressure(mmHg) as measured by Goldmann applanation tonometry between groups A and B
    Time Frame Baseline

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    One participant from group Aflibercept with Laser did not complete analysis due to death. Analysis is limited due to small sample size.
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 2 4
    Study Eye Mean IOP(mmHg) at Baseline
    10
    23.5
    Fellow Eye Mean IOP(mmHg) at Baseline
    11
    22.75
    5. Secondary Outcome
    Title Intraocular Pressure (mmHg) at Week 52
    Description Mean intraocular pressure(mmHg) as measured by Goldmann applanation tonometry between groups A and B
    Time Frame Week 52

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    One participant from group Aflibercept with Laser did not complete analysis due to death. Analysis is limited due to small sample size.
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 2 4
    Study Eye Mean IOP(mmHg) at W52
    10
    15.25
    Fellow Eye Mean IOP(mmHg) at W52
    10
    14
    6. Secondary Outcome
    Title Number of Patients Losing > 5 Letters on Visual Acuity in Each Group A and Group B
    Description Comparison between patients, groups A and B, that lost > 5 letters on visual acuity
    Time Frame Baseline to Week 52

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    One participant from group Aflibercept with Laser did not complete analysis due to death. Analysis is limited due to small sample size.
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 3 3
    Number [participants]
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    7. Secondary Outcome
    Title Number of Patients in Each, Group A and Group B, Gaining > 5 Letters on Visual Acuity
    Description Comparison of patients in each, group A and group B, that gained > 5 letters on visual acuity
    Time Frame Baseline to Week 52

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    One participant from group Aflibercept with Laser did not complete analysis due to death. Analysis is limited due to small sample size.
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 3 3
    Number [participants]
    2
    66.7%
    0
    0%
    8. Secondary Outcome
    Title Visual Acuity at Baseline
    Description Comparison of visual acuity between groups A and B
    Time Frame Baseline

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    One participant from group Aflibercept with Laser did not complete analysis due to death. Analysis is limited due to small sample size.
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 2 4
    Mean (Full Range) [Letters]
    64
    37.5
    9. Secondary Outcome
    Title Visual Acuity at Week 52
    Description Comparison of visual acuity at Week 52 between groups A and B
    Time Frame Week 52

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    One participant from group Aflibercept with Laser did not complete analysis due to death. Analysis is limited due to small sample size.
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 2 4
    Study Eye Mean W52 Number of ETDRS Letters
    33.5
    62
    Fellow Eye Mean W52 Number of ETDRS Letters
    32
    46.75
    10. Secondary Outcome
    Title Comparison of the Visual Field Between Groups
    Description Comparison of the Visual field s measured by HVF 24-2 SITA Standards between groups A and B
    Time Frame 1 year

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    No data was collected or analyzed for this Outcome Measure during the clinical trial.
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 0 0
    11. Secondary Outcome
    Title Measure of the Optical Coherence Tomography(OCT) Outcomes
    Description Evaluation of the Optical Coherence Tomography(OCT) outcomes (average retinal nerve fiber layer(RNFL) and central macular thickness), Compared between groups A and B.
    Time Frame Baseline to Week 52

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    The database in OCT was corrupted and the data was lost
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks Aflibercept: Details covered in arm description 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks. Aflibercept: Details covered in arm description
    Measure Participants 0 0
    12. Secondary Outcome
    Title Number of Patients With Need for Surgical Intervention
    Description Comparison between groups A and B and the need for surgical intervention in both arms during the follow-up period
    Time Frame 1 year

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    One participant from group Aflibercept with Laser did not complete analysis due to death. Analysis is limited due to small sample size.
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 3 3
    Number [participants]
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    13. Secondary Outcome
    Title Number of Participants With Need for Additional IOP Lowering Medications
    Description Comparison between groups A and B for the need of additional IOP lowering medications
    Time Frame 1 year

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    [Not Specified]
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 2 4
    Number [participants]
    0
    0%
    0
    0%
    14. Secondary Outcome
    Title Extent of Resolution of Neovascularization Between Groups
    Description Comparison of groups A and B and the extent of resolution of neovascularization in patients with NVG Stages 1 & 2
    Time Frame 1 year

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    NVG Staging not recorded
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 0 0
    15. Secondary Outcome
    Title Evaluation of the Average Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL)
    Description Comparison between groups A and B of the average retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) as measured by Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
    Time Frame 1 year

    Outcome Measure Data

    Analysis Population Description
    The OCT database was corrupted and the data was lost
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    Measure Participants 0 0

    Adverse Events

    Time Frame 2 years
    Adverse Event Reporting Description
    Arm/Group Title Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Arm/Group Description A single injection of 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by standard of care laser with observation for a total of 52 weeks 2mg (0.05ml) intravitreal aflibercept injection at baseline followed by two additional injections at 4 weeks and 8 weeks, then every 8 weeks for a total of 52 weeks.
    All Cause Mortality
    Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
    Total 1/3 (33.3%) 0/4 (0%)
    Serious Adverse Events
    Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
    Total 1/3 (33.3%) 0/4 (0%)
    General disorders
    Death 1/3 (33.3%) 1 0/4 (0%) 0
    Other (Not Including Serious) Adverse Events
    Aflibercept With Laser Aflibercept
    Affected / at Risk (%) # Events Affected / at Risk (%) # Events
    Total 3/3 (100%) 4/4 (100%)
    Endocrine disorders
    Diabetes Mellitus 0/3 (0%) 0 1/4 (25%) 1
    Eye disorders
    Vitreous hemmorrhage 2/3 (66.7%) 2 0/4 (0%) 0
    Worsening cataract non-study eye 0/3 (0%) 0 1/4 (25%) 1
    Worsening Cataract Study eye 2/3 (66.7%) 2 1/4 (25%) 1
    Worsening NVG - non-study eye 0/3 (0%) 0 1/4 (25%) 1
    Gastrointestinal disorders
    progression of gall bladder cancer 1/3 (33.3%) 1 0/4 (0%) 0
    metastatic cancer affecting liver 1/3 (33.3%) 1 0/4 (0%) 0
    Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders
    worsening arthritis right knee 0/3 (0%) 0 1/4 (25%) 1
    Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders
    Asthma 0/3 (0%) 0 1/4 (25%) 1
    Pneumonia 0/3 (0%) 0 1/4 (25%) 1
    shortness of breath 0/3 (0%) 0 1/4 (25%) 1
    Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders
    Recurrent BCC 0/3 (0%) 0 1/4 (25%) 1
    Abcess left thigh 0/3 (0%) 0 1/4 (25%) 1

    Limitations/Caveats

    [Not Specified]

    More Information

    Certain Agreements

    All Principal Investigators ARE employed by the organization sponsoring the study.

    There is NOT an agreement between Principal Investigators and the Sponsor (or its agents) that restricts the PI's rights to discuss or publish trial results after the trial is completed.

    Results Point of Contact

    Name/Title Rachel Gerle
    Organization University of Colorado School of Medicine
    Phone 720-848-2020
    Email rachel.gerle@ucdenver.edu
    Responsible Party:
    University of Colorado, Denver
    ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
    NCT01711879
    Other Study ID Numbers:
    • 12-1526
    First Posted:
    Oct 22, 2012
    Last Update Posted:
    Mar 18, 2022
    Last Verified:
    Feb 1, 2022