One-Time gene injection aims to rescue sight in rare childhood blindness

NCT ID NCT07681778

First seen Jul 02, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026

Summary

This study tests a gene therapy called OPGx-RDH12 for people with Leber Congenital Amaurosis (LCA) caused by mutations in the RDH12 gene, a rare condition that leads to severe vision loss from a young age. The treatment is given as a single injection under the retina in the worse-seeing eye. The trial includes adults and adolescents and will check safety and whether vision can be improved or stabilized.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

OPGx-RDH12 (gene therapy)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could slow or partially reverse vision loss in people with a rare genetic form of blindness.

What could go wrong

This is an early, small trial. The therapy may not improve vision, and risks include inflammation or damage from the injection.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Leber congenital amaurosis Leber congenital amaurosis 5

As listed by the trial registrant

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

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Associated Retina Consultants

    Phoenix, Arizona, 85020, United States

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  • Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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  • Retina Consultants of Texas & Retina Group Inc.

    Houston, Texas, 77056, United States

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