Follow-up Compliance for Corneal Ulcer Patients With SMS Reminder

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Conditions studied: Corneal Ulcer

In brief

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.

Key facts

Study ID: NCT07377513
Run by: Seva Canada Society
People needed: 310
Starts: 2026-02-23
Expected to finish: 2027-12-01
Last updated by the study team: 2026-05-12

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 70. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

Newly diagnosed patients (18 to 70 years) of corneal ulcer in one or both eye, who are medically managed, visiting the OPD at LEIRC and have access to a mobile phone.

You may not qualify if…

Less than 18 years or more than 70 years Patients who do not have a access to a mobile phone.

Where it is running

Lumbini Eye Institute & Research Center — Siddharthanagar, Lumbini, Nepal (enrolling)

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