Can a single infusion rewrite the genetic code behind wilson disease?
NCT ID NCT07748403
First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Sep 16, 2026 · Updated 11 times
Summary
This trial tests an experimental therapy called PM577a, which uses prime editing to correct a common genetic mutation that causes Wilson disease. The treatment is given as a single intravenous infusion and aims to restore the liver's ability to remove excess copper. The study includes adults and adolescents with Wilson disease who have at least one copy of the p.H1069Q mutation. Researchers will monitor safety, how the body responds, and whether copper metabolism improves.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- PM577a, an investigational prime editing therapy designed to correct the p.H1069Q mutation in the ATP7B gene
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a one-time treatment that corrects the genetic cause of Wilson disease, potentially allowing patients to stop lifelong copper-removing medications.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-stage, first-in-human trial, so safety and effectiveness are unproven. The editing may not work in all cells, and there are risks of immune reactions or unintended genetic changes.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Phase 1/2
Runs two stages together: safety and dose first, then whether the treatment works.
- Participants
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About 42 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Expected to start
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Sep 2026
An estimate. Start dates often move.
- Expected to finish
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Dec 2028
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.
- Ages
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12 years and older
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
Inclusion Criteria: * Confirmed Wilson Disease (WD) diagnosis as determined by medical history consistent with WD * Historical genetic analysis demonstrating biallelic pathogenic, likely pathogenic, or suspected pathogenic ATP7B variants, including at least one p.H1069Q allele. * Treated and stable on standard of care therapy for WD for the past 6 months prior to signing ICF, as documented by a history of adherence to SOC medications (i.e., penicillamine, trientine, and/or zinc) without significant medication or dose/frequency changes, per Investigator judgement. * Demonstrated Adequate Copper Control confirmed at screening * Willingness to maintain a stable, copper-conscious diet and avoid copper-containing supplements, from signing of the ICF until the physician determines that it is no longer necessary post-infusion. * Willingness to abstain from alcohol use from start of the screening period through 3 months after PM577a infusion and adhere to recommendations of moderate alcohol consumption (as defined in this protocol) through primary follow-up period. * Participants are expected to enroll in a separate long-term follow-up study for a total of approximately 15 years of follow-up following PM577a administration. Exclusion Criteria: * Known prior medically significant reactions (e.g., severe hypersensitivity, myocarditis) to an LNP-based or PEG-containing product (e.g., mRNA-based COVID vaccinations, MiraLAX) or any medication required as part of the clinical study protocol * Receipt of any prior gene therapy for WD, including AAV-based therapy * Receipt of any liver-directed LNP gene therapy (including siRNA or ASO therapies) or gene editing treatment. * Unstable neurological conditions within the prior 12 months which may impact participant safety or participation in the study, including ability to complete study requirements or procedures as outlined in the clinical study protocol in the opinion of the Investigator * In individuals with psychiatric involvement, current or fluctuant clinical instability with new or changing diagnoses or substantial medication regimen changes in the past 12 months that could limit their participation, in the opinion of the Investigator. * Receipt of prior liver transplantation or listed for transplantation * Body Mass Index ≥ 35 kg/m2 * Evidence of Severe Hepatic Impairment or uncontrolled liver disease within 6 months before screening. * Evidence of Moderate or Severe Renal Impairment in the last year * History of significant liver disease other than WD * Clinically significant coagulopathy or disorder of platelet function * Active infectious disease including: 1. Known or suspected active systemic infection 2. Receipt of systemic antimicrobial therapy within 30 days of screening. 3. Positive for presence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-1 or HIV-2 (evidence of infection, regardless of viral load). * History of known autoimmune or genetic causes of myopathy or myositis * Prior or current malignancy or myeloproliferative disorder (excluding Stage 1 or lower, fully treated/excised malignant and pre-malignant disease of the skin, cervix or colon. Additionally, any other malignant and pre-malignant disease that the Investigator in consultation with the treating oncologist and study Medical Monitor deem has been fully treated/excised for \> 5 years). * Any condition, laboratory abnormality, or reason that could adversely affect participant safety or study results, as determined by the Investigator, including, but not limited to: 1. Clinical evidence of unstable coronary disease as defined by history of myocardial infarction in the past 24 months, history of unstable angina 2. Any severe clinical condition of limited life expectancy * Pregnancy or breastfeeding in a postpartum female or absence of adequate contraception for fertile participants. Females of childbearing potential and non-sterile male participants who are or may become sexually active with female partners of childbearing potential are required to use highly effective contraception from Screening through at least 84 days after drug product infusion. * History of moderate or severe Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) or Drug Use Disorder (DUD) with \< 3 years of continuous abstinence preceding the date of screening * Participation in another clinical study with an investigational drug within 30 days of Screening or at least 5 times the half-life of the investigational drug (whichever is longer).
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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How to take part
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The places running it
3 sites in 2 countries. The list below names each one and where it is.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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ARC Texas Liver Institute
RECRUITINGSan Antonio, Texas, 78215, United States
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New Zealand Clinical Research (NZCR)
RECRUITINGGrafton, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand
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Northwestern University Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology
NOT_YET_RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60611, United States
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