Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Interventional Ages 18 and up Men only

Gene therapy for hemophilia A in adults

Official title: Clinical Exploration of Clinical Exploration Adeno-associated Virus Vector Expression of Human Coagulation Factor VIII Gene Therapy for Hemophilia A

Run by Institute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China · NCT04728841 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new gene therapy to see if it can safely help adults with hemophilia A who have very low levels of a crucial clotting factor.

Quick facts

Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexMen only
Enrollment12 (estimated)
SponsorInstitute of Hematology & Blood Diseases Hospital, China
Academic / other
Drugs / interventionsprednisone
Locations1 site (Tianjin, Tianjin Municipality)
StatusRecruiting
StartedMarch 4, 2021
Main results expectedJuly 31, 2028
Study endsJuly 31, 2028
Registry record updatedAugust 1, 2025
Trial IDNCT04728841 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adult males aged 18 and older with hemophilia A and residual FVIII levels of ≤1 IU/dL.

Probably not a fit

Patients with FVIII levels above 1 IU/dL or those who do not meet the specific inclusion criteria may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the safety, tolerability, and kinetics of a single intravenous infusion of GS001 in adult patients with hemophilia A who have very low levels of FVIII. It is an open-label, non-randomized trial where the first patient will receive a specific dose of GS001, followed by adjustments based on safety assessments and FVIII activity levels. The study aims to determine the appropriate dosing and monitor the effects of the gene therapy over time.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this gene therapy could significantly improve the management of hemophilia A by potentially restoring FVIII levels in patients.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise with gene therapy approaches for hemophilia, indicating potential for success in this novel application.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. Be able to understand the purpose and risks of the study and provide informed consent according to national and local privacy laws;
2. Male subjects and ≥ 18 years of age;
3. Have hemophilia A with ≤1 IU/dL (≤1%) endogenous FVIII activity levels at the time of screening. If the screening result is \>1% due to previous treatment with FVIII product, then it may be confirmed by documented historical evidence from a certified clinical laboratory demonstrating ≤1% FVIII activity levels ;
4. No history of hypersensitivity or anaphylaxis associated with FVIII product administration;
5. Have no measurable FVII inhibitor as assessed by laboratory two times that were at least one week apart; or documented no prior history of FVIII inhibitor after 150 EDs and no clinical signs or symptoms of decreased response to FVIII infusion ;
6. Have acceptable laboratory values sampled at screening and repeated prior to Day 0; A. Hemoglobin ≥ 11 g/dL; B. Platelets ≥ 100 x 10\^9/L; C. AST, ALT, alkaline phosphatase ≤ 1.25 upper limit of normal (ULN); D. Bilirubin ≤ 1.25 ULN; E. Creatinine ≤ 2 mg/dL.
7. Agree to use reliable barrier contraception until the end of the 52 weeks observation period, and three consecutive semen samples are negative for vector sequences after GS001 infusion.

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Have Hepatitis B, hepatitis C or HBsAg, HCVAb, HBV-DNA, HCV-RNA are positive and have clinical significance. Both natural clearers and those who have cleared HCV on antiviral therapy are deemed eligible;
2. Currently Receiving antiviral therapy for hepatitis B and C;
3. Have history of chronic infections or other chronic diseases that may pose a risk to the study participation;
4. Have participated in a previous gene therapy research trial within the last 52 weeks or in a clinical study with an investigational drug within the past 30 days;
5. The subject has any concurrent diseases that cannot tolerate treatments of prednisone or prednisolone as judged by the investigator;
6. History of arterial or venous thromboembolic events (e.g., deep vein thrombosis, non-hemorrhagic stroke, pulmonary embolism, myocardial infarction, arterial embolism);
7. Known inherited or acquired thrombophilia, including conditions associated with increased risk of thromboembolism, such as atrial fibrillation;
8. Major surgery planned in 1 year period following the infusion with GS001;
9. Hypersensitivity to the study vector;
10. Have clinically major diseases or any other unspecified conditions that, in the opinion of the Investigator, makes the subject unsuitable for participating in the study;
11. Patients who are unable or unwilling to comply with the schedule of visits and study assessments described in the clinical protocol;
12. Evidence of other bleeding disorders not associated with hemophilia A.

Where it's running

  • Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Blood Disease Hospital
    Tianjin, Tianjin Municipality, China
    Recruiting

Study contacts

  • Principal investigator: Lei Zhang, MD — Chinese Academy of Medical Science and Blood Disease Hospital
  • Study coordinator: Wei Liu, MD
  • Email: liuwei1@ihcams.ac.cn
  • Phone: +82223909240

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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