Custom drug targets rare blindness in One-Patient trial

NCT ID NCT07177196

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests a custom-made drug called an antisense oligonucleotide, designed specifically for one person with retinal dystrophy caused by a PRPH2 gene mutation. The drug aims to correct the genetic error and potentially slow vision loss. The trial involves only one participant and focuses mainly on safety, while also checking for any changes in vision and eye structure.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

personalized antisense oligonucleotide (nL-PRPH2-001)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a treatment for retinal dystrophy caused by PRPH2 mutations, potentially slowing vision loss.

What could go wrong

This is a very early, single-person trial, so results may not apply to others. The treatment is experimental and safety is the main focus; it may not improve vision.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

inherited retinal dystrophy PRPH2-related retinopathy

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of California San Diego

    San Diego, California, 92093, United States