Leber congenital amaurosis
MONDO:0018998Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA) is a retinal dystrophy defined by blindness and responses to electrophysiological stimulation (Ganzfeld electroretinogram (ERG)) below threshold, associated with severe visual impairment within the first year of life.
Also known as: Leber congenital amaurosis, amaurosis congenita of Leber, Leber's congenital tapetoretinal degeneration, Leber's congenital tapetoretinal dysplasia, congenital absence of the rods and cones, congenital retinal blindness
40 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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Newborn screening study aims to catch rare diseases at birth
Diagnosis OngoingThis study offers voluntary screening for newborns in North Carolina to detect a wide range of rare health conditions early. Using a small blood sample already collected at birth, the program tests for dozens of disorders, including spinal muscular atrophy, cystic fibrosis, and m…
Sponsor: RTI International • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Talking it out: therapy group aims to ease parents' stress in rare blindness condition
Symptom relief OngoingThis study tests whether group psychotherapy can help parents of children with Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA) feel better emotionally and handle stress. Forty parents will take part, with half joining therapy groups and the other half serving as a comparison. Researchers will m…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Instituto de Genética Ocular • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:05 UTC
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Free eye tests aim to catch vision loss early in harlem and washington heights
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study offers free vision screenings to underserved adults over 40 living in affordable housing in Harlem and Washington Heights. The goal is to find eye problems like glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy early and connect people with follow-up care. About 749 partic…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Columbia University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:54 UTC