Effects of Mirtogenol on Eye Pressure and Blood Flow
Author Information
Author(s): Steigerwalt Robert D. Jr., Gianni Belcaro, Paolo Morazzoni, Bombardelli Ezio, Burki Carolina, Schönlau Frank
Primary Institution: University of Chieti-Pescara
Hypothesis
The study aims to evaluate the effects of the food supplement Mirtogenol on intraocular pressure and ocular blood flow in asymptomatic subjects with intraocular hypertension.
Conclusion
Mirtogenol may help lower intraocular pressure and improve ocular blood flow, potentially preventing glaucoma.
Supporting Evidence
- After two months, the mean intraocular pressure decreased from 25.2 mmHg to 22.2 mmHg.
- Nineteen out of twenty patients taking Mirtogenol had a decreased intraocular pressure after three months.
- Ocular blood flow improved significantly after three months of treatment compared to baseline and control group.
Takeaway
This study shows that a supplement called Mirtogenol can help lower eye pressure and improve blood flow in the eyes, which might help prevent eye problems.
Methodology
Thirty-eight asymptomatic subjects with intraocular hypertension were divided into two groups: one received Mirtogenol and the other did not, with measurements taken at two, three, and six months.
Limitations
The study had a small sample size and was limited to a short duration of six months.
Participant Demographics
Subjects were asymptomatic with intraocular hypertension, aged approximately 44.8 years, with a mix of males and females.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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