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Blue cone monochromacy
MONDO:0010563Blue cone monochromatism (BCM) is a recessive X-linked disease characterized by severely impaired color discrimination, low visual acuity, nystagmus, and photophobia, due to dysfunction of the red (L) and green (M) cone photoreceptors. BCM is as an incomplete form of achromatopsia.
Also known as: S cone monochromacy, S cone monochromatism, X-linked incomplete achromatopsia, atypical X-linked achromatopsia, blue cone monochromacy, blue cone monochromacy, X-linked recessive, blue cone monochromatism, color blindness, blue monocone monochromatic type
42 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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VR headsets tested as a possible treatment for blindness
Disease control TerminatedThis study tested whether using a virtual reality headset for one-hour sessions could help regenerate damaged optic nerves and improve vision in people with glaucoma or other retinal diseases. The idea came from promising results in rodents. However, the trial was terminated earl…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Scientists dig into DNA to unravel rare eye disorders
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at over 100 people with inherited retinal dystrophies, a group of rare eye diseases that can cause vision loss. Researchers collected genetic and eye exam data to find links between specific gene mutations and symptoms. The goal was to better understand these di…
Sponsor: Fondation Ophtalmologique Adolphe de Rothschild • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC