Clinical trial No longer in our active list Phase 1 Interventional Ages 18 and up

Investigating a new treatment for diabetic macular edema

Official title: A Phase I, Multipart, Multicenter Study to Investigate the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics of RO7497372 Following Intravitreal Administration in Participants With Diabetic Macular Edema (Part 1 Non-Randomized, Open-Label, Multiple Ascending Dose; Part 2 Randomized, Double-Masked)

Run by Genentech, Inc. · NCT06847854 · Data updated 2026-05-14

This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.

This study is testing a new treatment called RO7497372 to see if it is safe and effective for people with diabetic macular edema.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 1
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment176 (estimated)
SponsorGenentech, Inc.
Industry-sponsored
Locations14 sites (Peoria, Arizona and 13 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06847854 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include individuals diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes who have diabetic macular edema affecting the center of the fovea.

Probably not a fit

Patients with recent major illnesses, surgeries, or active cancers 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 and tolerability of RO7497372 in patients with diabetic macular edema (DME). It consists of two parts: the first part tests multiple ascending doses of RO7497372 administered via unilateral intravitreal injection, focusing on safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics. The second part assesses two identified safe dose strengths of RO7497372 to further characterize its pharmacodynamics and safety profile. The study aims to provide critical data on the drug's effects in the target population.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could improve vision and quality of life for patients suffering from diabetic macular edema.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise in treating diabetic macular edema with similar pharmacological approaches, indicating potential for success.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of diabetes mellitus (type 1 or type 2), as defined by the world health organization (WHO) and/or American Diabetes Association
* Participant consents to AH collection
* Collection of \> 90 microlitres (µL) AH (at each visit required per schedule of activities \[SoA\]) if deemed feasible and safe by the Investigator.
* Macular thickening secondary to DME involving the center of the fovea with CST \>= 325 µm at screening
* Decreased BCVA primarily due to DME with ETDRS score of 78 to 19 letters (both inclusive) at screening
* Adequately clear ocular media and adequate pupillary dilation to allow acquisition of good quality retinal images
* Diagnosis of non-proliferative DR
* Treatment-naive and Pre-treated participants after washout

Exclusion Criteria:

* Any major illness or major surgical procedure ≤ 4 weeks before Day 1
* Any febrile illness and associated sequelae ≤ 1 week prior to Day 1
* Active cancer ≤ 1 year prior to Day 1
* Cerebral vascular accident (including stroke and transient ischemic attack) or myocardial infarction ≤ 24 weeks prior to Day 1
* HbA1c ≥ 12% at screening
* Any panretinal photocoagulation or macular laser photocoagulation treatment prior to Day 1
* History of vitreoretinal surgery/pars plana vitrectomy
* Any cataract surgery within 12 weeks prior to Day 1 or any planned surgery during the study
* History of any glaucoma surgery including laser glaucoma procedures
* Uncontrolled glaucoma
* Any active intra- or periocular infection on Day 1
* Any active or history of Intraocular inflammation
* Intravitreal treatment with an anti-IL-6 (e.g., vamikibart) or anti-IL-6 receptor treatment at any time
* Any proliferative DR

Where it's running

  • Retinal Consultants of AZ, Ltd
    Peoria, Arizona, United States
    Recruiting
  • Associated Retina Consultants
    Phoenix, Arizona, United States
    Recruiting
  • Retinal Consultants Medical Group
    Modesto, California, United States
    Recruiting
  • Florida Eye Associates
    Melbourne, Florida, United States
    Recruiting
  • Cumberland Valley Retina PC
    Hagerstown, Maryland, United States
    Recruiting
  • Retina Associates of Michigan
    Grand Blanc, Michigan, United States
    Recruiting
Show 8 more locations
  • Ross Eye Institute
    Buffalo, New York, United States
    Recruiting
  • Cleveland Clinic Foundation
    Cleveland, Ohio, United States
    Recruiting
  • Retina Consultants of Texas
    The Woodlands, Texas, United States
    Recruiting
  • Spokane Eye Clinical Research
    Spokane, Washington, United States
    Recruiting
  • Emanuelli Research and Development Center
    Arecibo, Puerto Rico
    Recruiting
  • Bay Area Retina Associates
    Walnut Creek, California, United States
    Active not recruiting
  • Erie Retinal Surgery
    Erie, Pennsylvania, United States
    Completed
  • Austin Clinical Research LLC
    Austin, Texas, United States
    Active not recruiting

Study contacts

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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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.