Second treatment for patients with X-linked retinitis pigmentosa who received prior gene therapy

An Open-label, Multicenter, Phase 2 Follow-on Study for Second Eye Treatment of Patients Previously Treated With a Recombinant Adeno-associated Virus Vector (AAV5 hRKp.RPGR) for Gene Therapy of Adults and Children With X-linked Retinitis Pigmentosa Owing to Defects in Retinitis Pigmentosa GTPase Regulator (RPGR)

PHASE2 · Janssen Research & Development, LLC · NCT06646289

This study is testing a second gene therapy treatment for people with X-linked retinitis pigmentosa who have already received a similar therapy to see if it is safe and well-tolerated.

Quick facts

PhasePHASE2
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment39 (estimated)
Ages5 Years and up
SexMale
SponsorJanssen Research & Development, LLC (industry)
Locations2 sites (Boston, Massachusetts and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06646289 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the safety and tolerability of a second subretinal delivery of gene therapy using an Adeno-associated Virus Vector (AAV5 hRKp.RPGR) in individuals who have previously been treated for X-linked retinitis pigmentosa. Participants must have completed or be currently enrolled in a related study. The study aims to gather data on the effects of this follow-on treatment in both adults and children. The methodology includes monitoring participants for safety and tolerability over time.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals who have previously received AAV5-hRKp.RPGR gene therapy and are willing to participate in long-term follow-up.

Not a fit: Patients who have not been treated with AAV5-hRKp.RPGR gene therapy will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could enhance vision preservation or restoration in patients with X-linked retinitis pigmentosa.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies involving gene therapy for retinal diseases have shown promising results, indicating potential for success in this follow-on approach.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Have been treated with AAV5-hRKp.RPGR in study MGT009 and have completed or is currently enrolled in Study MGT010
* Must sign an informed consent form indicating that they understand the purpose and procedures of the study and is willing to participate in the study
* Willing to adhere to the protocol and long-term follow-up

Exclusion Criteria:

- There are no specific exclusion criteria to enroll in this study

Where this trial is running

Boston, Massachusetts and 1 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.

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Conditions: X-Linked Retinitis Pigmentosa

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.