Search / Trial NCT00001735

Gene Therapy for Gyrate Atrophy

Launched by NATIONAL EYE INSTITUTE (NEI) · Dec 9, 2002

Trial Information

Current as of October 18, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Gene Therapy Graft Ornithine Retina Retinovirus Retrovirus Skin Gyrate Atrophy

Description

The primary purpose of this phase I study is to evaluate the safety of a skin engraftment procedure for transplanting ex-vivo transduced keratinocytes in patients with a deficiency of the ornithine transferase gene (OAT). The safety of this procedure will be evaluated in terms of technical complications and the immune response of the patient to the presence of the transduced keratinocytes. Adult patients with gyrate atrophy, a disease defined by a deficiency of OAT, who have been followed for an extended period of time at the National Eye Institute and whose natural history is known to the ...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Elevated serum ornithine level greater than or equal to 200 micro M, as measured by the median of three values obtained monthly for two months prior to the screening visit and at the screening visit.
  • Absence of OAT activity measured by western blot analysis and isolated enzyme activity in skin biopsy samples.
  • Fundus findings indicative of gyrate atrophy as characterized by sharply demarcated circular patches of chorioretinal atrophy.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Female patients of child bearing potential must have a pregnancy test done, which demonstrates a negative result and must agree to practice effective birth control for 12 months following study initiation, or until patch removal, whichever comes first.
  • Must sign and date the informed consent and is willing and able to follow study procedures.
  • Patients demonstrates progression of ocular disease due to grate atrophy evidenced by reduction in electrophysiologic testing, visual field testing or progression of retinal findings.
  • Patient has been offered an arginine-restricted diet and is unable to attain ornithine levels less than 200 micro M prior to patch placement.
  • Patient has previously undergone a skin biopsy.
  • Not currently participating in other experimental protocols or therapeutic trials.
  • Does not have a known malignancy or chronic infection yielding immunoincompetence.
  • Patient must be able to maintain follow-up and follow details of the protocol.

About National Eye Institute (Nei)

The National Eye Institute (NEI), part of the U.S. National Institutes of Health (NIH), is dedicated to conducting and supporting innovative research to understand, prevent, and treat eye diseases and vision disorders. As a leading sponsor of clinical trials, NEI aims to advance knowledge in ocular health through rigorous scientific inquiry and collaboration with researchers, healthcare professionals, and institutions. By fostering the development of new therapies and technologies, NEI plays a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals affected by visual impairments and eye conditions.

Locations

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

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Timeline

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