New cell therapy aims to slow vision loss in retinal disease
NCT ID NCT07594236
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Aug 18, 2026 · Updated 6 times
Summary
This early-stage study tests a new treatment called C.001 for people with retinal diseases that cause vision loss, such as geographic atrophy and Stargardt disease. The treatment is given as a single injection into the eye. The main goal is to check if it is safe, and researchers will also look for any changes in vision or eye structure over 12 months.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Phase 1
The first testing in people. Mainly checks safety and dose, usually in a small group.
- Participants
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About 15 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Apr 2026
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2029
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A company
The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥18 years * Diagnosis of retinal disease associated with retinal pigment epithelium degeneration (e.g., geographic atrophy or Stargardt disease) * Visual acuity within protocol-defined limits * Stable ocular condition prior to enrollment * Medically suitable for ophthalmic surgery and anesthesia * Willingness to comply with study procedures and follow-up Exclusion Criteria: * Active or prior choroidal neovascularization (CNV) * Recent myocardial infarction or significant uncontrolled cardiovascular disease * Uncontrolled glaucoma * Significant ocular inflammatory disease * Recent intraocular surgery within protocol-defined timeframe * Active systemic infection * Poorly controlled diabetes (e.g., HbA1c \>8.5%) * Participation in another investigational study within 3 months prior to screening
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Conditions
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How to take part
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The study's own enquiry address
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The places running it
3 sites. The list below names each one and where it is.
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Locations
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Palo Alto Medical Foundation
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGPalo Alto, California, 94301, United States
Contact Email: •••••@•••••
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Retina Vision Consultants
RECRUITINGBeverly Hills, California, 90210, United States
Contact Email: •••••@•••••
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Retinal Consultants Medical Group
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGSacramento, California, 95825, United States
Contact Email: •••••@•••••
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