Sorsby fundus dystrophy
MONDO:0007640A rare progressive autosomal dominant macular dystrophy, presenting between the third and sixth decades of life, characterized by retinal atrophy and retinal detachment and leading to loss of central vision, then peripheral vision, and eventually blindness.
Also known as: SFD, Sorsby fundus dystrophy, Sorsby pseudoinflammatory fundus dystrophy, Sorsby's pseudoinflammatory macular dystrophy, fundus dystrophy, pseudoinflammatory, of Sorsby, macular dystrophy, hemorrhagic
25 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 0 tagged with Sorsby fundus dystrophy itself.
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VR headsets tested as a possible treatment for blindness
Disease control Stopped earlyThis 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…
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 Stopped earlyThis 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