Registry for inherited retinal degenerative diseases
Official title: Foundation Fighting Blindness My Retina Tracker Registry
Run by Foundation Fighting Blindness · NCT02435940 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a registry for people with rare inherited eye diseases to help track their health and experiences over time, making it easier to understand these conditions and support research.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 20000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Foundation Fighting Blindness Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Columbia, Maryland) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | June 2014 |
| Main results expected | June 2037 |
| Study ends | June 2037 |
| Registry record updated | May 19, 2026 |
| Trial ID | NCT02435940 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this registry are individuals diagnosed with an inherited retinal degenerative disease.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with conditions such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, or non-heritable retinal diseases will not benefit from this registry.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
The My Retina Tracker Registry is an observational registry designed for individuals affected by rare inherited retinal degenerative diseases. Participants create a personal profile that captures their experiences, family history, genetic testing results, and health status, which they can update regularly. Clinicians can also add clinical measurements to the participants' profiles, allowing for a comprehensive longitudinal record of disease progression. The registry aims to enhance understanding of these diseases and facilitate research participation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this registry could provide valuable insights into inherited retinal diseases, potentially leading to improved treatments and patient outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Other registries for rare diseases have shown success in gathering valuable data and facilitating research, indicating that this approach is promising.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed with an inherited retinal degenerative disease OR Exclusion Criteria: * Glaucoma only * Diabetic retinopathy only * Non-retinal disease * Not heritable retinal disease
Where it's running
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Foundation Fighting Blindness
Columbia, Maryland, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Todd Durham, PhD — Senior Vice President, Clinical and Outcomes Research
- Study coordinator: Registry Coordinator
- Email: Coordinator@MyRetinaTracker.org
- Phone: 800-683-5555
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.