Eye disease mystery unraveled: new study tracks rare vision loss

NCT ID NCT04591483

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study follows people aged 10 and older with Stargardt-like macular dystrophy caused by ELOVL4 gene changes. Over three years, researchers will track vision and retinal health using eye exams, imaging, and light tests. The goal is to learn how the disease naturally progresses, which may help design future treatments.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • National Institutes of Health Clinical Center

    RECRUITING

    Bethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States

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