RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT04634383

A Phase I Feasibility Study of an Intracortical Visual Prosthesis (ICVP) for People With Blindness

ICVP - A Phase I Clinical Trial to Determine the Feasibility of a Human Cortical Visual Prosthesis for People With Blindness

Sponsor

Illinois Institute of Technology

Enrollment

5 participants

Start Date

Aug 20, 2020

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Optic Nerve Diseases Blindness, Acquired Ocular Injury Photoreceptor Degeneration

Summary

The purpose of this study is to determine the feasibility of producing artificial vision in persons with blindness. Study participants will have wireless electrical stimulators implanted into the cortical vision processing areas of their brains. The ability of the participants to perceive artificial vision in response to electrical stimulation will be assessed.

Eligibility

Min Age: 19 YearsMax Age: 70 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a medical device called WFMA - wireless floating microelectrode array for people with blindness, acquired, ocular injury, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 19 Years to 70 Years.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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