Congenital nystagmus
MONDO:0005712Nystagmus present at birth or caused by lesions sustained in utero or at the time of birth. It is usually pendular, and is associated with albinism and conditions characterized by early loss of central vision. Inheritance patterns may be X-linked, autosomal dominant, or recessive. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p275)
Also known as: nystagmus, congenital idiopathic nystagmus, congenital pathologic nystagmus, motor congenital nystagmus, nystagmus, congenital
6 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Promising drug for rare balance disorder enters final testing phase
Disease control Recruiting nowThis Phase 3 trial tests whether fampridine can improve movement and vision in people with spinocerebellar ataxia SCA27B, a rare genetic condition that affects balance and coordination. About 70 adults will take either fampridine or a placebo twice daily for 12 weeks. The main go…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Scientists hunt for Eye-Misalignment genes
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to find genetic variants linked to strabismus (crossed eyes) and nystagmus (involuntary eye movements). Researchers will analyze DNA from families with at least three members who have strabismus, or families with infantile esotropia or nystagmus. By comparing affe…
Sponsor: Boston Children's Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC