Opus Genetics reports gene therapy trial data for two eye diseases

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Opus Genetics Presents Positive Clinical Data from OPGx-BEST1 and OPGx-LCA5 Gene Therapy Programs at Retina in Rio 2026

October 15, 2026 4:00 PM EDT

OPGx-BEST1 showed improved retinal sensitivity in 75% of evaluable participants in the initial low-dose Cohort 1 of the Companys Phase 1/2 clinical trial, supporting further clinical development

New BEST1 data analyses link retinal structure to visual function, enabling focus on regions most likely to respond to treatment

OPGx-LCA5 demonstrated sustained improvements in visual acuity and light sensitivity through 24 months in adults, with encouraging results in pediatric participants through six months in the Companys Phase 1/2/3 clinical trial

Phase 3 clinical trial dosing for OPGx-LCA5 expected in the fourth... More