Promising antibody trial aims to halt rare bone disease in kids

NCT ID NCT07559513

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This Phase 3 trial tests garetosmab, an antibody that blocks activin A, in 18 children and teens with fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP), a rare disease where muscle and tissue turn into bone. The study will check safety, side effects, and whether the drug reduces new abnormal bone growth and flare-ups. Participants receive the drug by infusion, and the trial is not yet recruiting.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

garetosmab (a lab-made antibody that blocks activin A)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could slow or prevent the formation of extra bone in children with FOP, reducing painful flare-ups and preserving mobility.

What could go wrong

This is an early Phase 3 trial with only 18 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The drug may cause side effects or fail to show benefit.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva myositis ossificans

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

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