~30 spots leftby Apr 2026

OAV101 for Spinal Muscular Atrophy

(STEER Trial)

Recruiting at 41 trial locations
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Overseen ByNovartis Medical Information - International
Age: < 18
Sex: Any
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Phase 3
Waitlist Available
Sponsor: Novartis Pharmaceuticals
No Placebo Group
Pivotal Trial (Near Approval)
Prior Safety Data

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

To evaluate the efficacy, safety and tolerability of intrathecal (IT) OAV101 in treatment naive patients with Type 2 spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) who are ≥ 2 to \< 18 years of age over a 15 month trial duration.

Eligibility Criteria

This trial is for children aged 2 to <18 with Type 2 spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) who can sit but not walk independently, have had symptoms since ≥6 months old, and haven't used any SMN-targeting therapies. They must pass a motor function test and not have severe contractures, liver issues, recent or planned spine/hip surgery, sensory abnormalities, high AAV9 antibody levels, recent infections or require extensive ventilation.

Inclusion Criteria

My condition is confirmed to be 5q spinal muscular atrophy.
I can sit by myself but have never been able to walk on my own.
I have never taken SMN-targeting therapies like Evrysdi or Spinraza.
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Exclusion Criteria

I need a machine to help me breathe, either through a mask for more than 6 hours a day or through a tracheostomy.
You have significant problems with feeling or sensation in your nerves during a medical exam.
My test shows high levels of AAV9 antibodies.
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Treatment Details

Interventions

  • OAV101 (Gene Therapy)
  • Sham control (Procedure)
Trial OverviewThe trial tests the effectiveness of OAV101 given through the spine compared to a sham control in kids with SMA over 15 months. It aims to see if this treatment improves their condition without causing harm.
Participant Groups
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Placebo Group
Group I: OAV101Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
OAV101 administered as a single, one-time intrathecal dose of 1.2 x 10\^14 vector genomes (vg).
Group II: Sham controlPlacebo Group1 Intervention
A skin prick in the lumbar region without any medication.

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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

Lead Sponsor

Trials
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4,275,000+
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Headquarters
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Dr. Shreeram Aradhye

Novartis Pharmaceuticals

Chief Medical Officer since 2021

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