Gene therapy targets heart damage in rare neurological disease

NCT ID NCT05445323

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This early-stage study tests a gene therapy called LX2006 in 8 people with Friedreich's ataxia who also have heart muscle disease. The treatment delivers a working copy of the frataxin gene to heart cells through a single IV infusion. Researchers will monitor safety and heart function for up to 5 years to see if the therapy can slow or improve heart damage.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ataxia Center and HD Center of Excellence, University of California

    Los Angeles, California, 90095, United States

  • Mayo Clinic

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

  • University of South Florida

    Tampa, Florida, 33612, United States

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