New eye injection shows promise for rare Blindness-Causing gene mutation

NCT ID NCT05902962

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This early-stage study tested a new drug, VP-001, given as an injection into the eye to see if it is safe for people with a rare genetic eye disease caused by a PRPF31 mutation. Seventeen adults took part. The main goal was to check for side effects, not to measure vision improvement.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Bascom Palmer Eye Institute University of Miami

    Miami, Florida, 33136, United States

  • Baylor College of Medicine- Alkek Eye Center

    Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

  • Oregon Health and Science University - Casey Eye Institute

    Portland, Oregon, 97239, United States

  • Retina Foundation of the Southwest

    Dallas, Texas, 75321, United States

  • University of Florida Health

    Jacksonville, Florida, 32209, United States

  • University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center

    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48105, United States

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