SCA7 study seeks to unlock secrets of rare brain and eye disease

NCT ID NCT02741440

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study follows people with spinocerebellar ataxia type 7 (SCA7), a genetic disease that causes problems with coordination, balance, speech, and vision. Researchers want to track how the disease progresses over 5 years by doing eye tests, brain scans, and neurological exams. The goal is to learn more about SCA7 to help develop future treatments. Participants must be 12 or older and have a confirmed SCA7 diagnosis.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    RECRUITING

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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