Clinical Research

Advancing retinal care
through research.

Dr. Wong participates in international clinical trials as a site principal investigator, bringing access to investigational therapies to patients at Asia Pacific Eye Centre, Gleneagles Hospital, Singapore.

Dr. Wong's research role

Site Principal Investigator

As a site PI, Dr. Wong is responsible for the conduct of clinical trials at Asia Pacific Eye Centre in accordance with ICH Good Clinical Practice guidelines. This includes patient recruitment and consent, protocol adherence, safety monitoring, and data integrity. Participation in trials is entirely voluntary and does not affect access to standard clinical care.

Trials

Current & recent studies

The following trial has been conducted at this site. Recruitment is now closed, but patients with pathologic myopia are encouraged to speak with Dr. Wong about current treatment options and any future study opportunities.

POYANG
Sponsor Hoffmann-La Roche

A Phase III, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Masked, Active Comparator-Controlled Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Faricimab in Patients with Choroidal Neovascularization Secondary to Pathologic Myopia

Recruitment closed Phase III NCT06176352

Investigational drug

Faricimab (Vabysmo) 6 mg, intravitreal injection — a bispecific antibody targeting both VEGF-A and Ang-2

Comparator

Ranibizumab 0.5 mg, intravitreal injection — standard-of-care anti-VEGF agent

Condition studied

Choroidal neovascularisation (CNV) secondary to pathologic myopia, in treatment-naïve patients

Study design

Randomized, triple-masked, parallel-group, active-comparator controlled. Pro re nata (as-needed) dosing after loading injection.

Primary endpoint

Change in best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA, ETDRS letters) averaged over weeks 4, 8, and 12 from baseline

Enrolled / timeline

280 participants globally · Study start: March 2024 · Primary completion: September 2025 · Final completion: May 2026

Key eligibility criteria

Inclusion

  • Adults aged 18 years or older
  • High myopia greater than −6 diopters
  • Active CNV with confirmed leakage on imaging
  • Best-corrected visual acuity 24–78 ETDRS letters (approximately 6/7.5 to counting fingers)
  • Treatment-naïve — no prior CNV therapy in the study eye

Exclusion

  • Prior intravitreal treatment for CNV in the study eye
  • Uncontrolled systemic hypertension
  • Recent stroke or myocardial infarction (within 6 months)
  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • Uncontrolled glaucoma in the study eye
ClinicalTrials.gov — NCT06176352 Roche For Patients — POYANG Study

Recruitment for the POYANG study is now closed. If you have pathologic myopia with suspected CNV, please book a consultation. Dr. Wong can assess your condition and discuss all available treatment options, including any new trials that may open in future.

About clinical trials

What participation involves

Clinical trial participants receive close monitoring and access to investigational treatments at no cost. Participation is always voluntary — you can withdraw at any time without it affecting your regular care.

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Screening & consent

You will be assessed to confirm eligibility. A study coordinator will explain the protocol, risks, and benefits in detail. You will have time to consider before signing a consent form.

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Treatment & monitoring

You will receive either the investigational drug or an approved comparator, with scheduled clinic visits for assessments including visual acuity testing and retinal imaging.

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Follow-up & safety

The study team monitors your response and safety throughout. Any side effects are recorded and reported. You may withdraw from the trial at any time, for any reason.

Interested in
future trials?

If you have a retinal condition and are interested in being considered for future studies, contact the clinic. We can discuss whether your condition may make you eligible for upcoming trials and keep you informed as new studies open.

  • No obligation to participate
  • Investigational treatments provided at no cost
  • Close monitoring throughout the study period
  • Does not affect access to standard care
Contact the Clinic

Get in touch

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Phone / WhatsApp

+65 9235 7063

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Location

Asia Pacific Eye Centre
Gleneagles Hospital, Singapore

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Clinic hours

Mon – Fri: 9am – 5pm
Sat: 9am – 1pm