Bubble boy disease gene therapy trial launches

NCT ID NCT03217617

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests a gene therapy given by IV for X-linked severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID-X1), a rare immune disorder. Ten participants with no matched donor will receive a lentiviral vector to correct the genetic defect. The goal is to restore immune function and improve survival.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
lentiviral vector (ivlv-X1)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could provide a one-time gene therapy treatment for SCID-X1, potentially restoring immune function without the need for a bone marrow donor.
What could go wrong
This is an early-phase trial with only 10 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Risks include immune reactions or the gene therapy not working as expected.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Shenzhen Geno-immune Medical Institute

    RECRUITING

    Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518000, China