Can Stem Cells Restore Vision? Inside a Promising Trial for Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) | UC Davis

Can stem cells restore vision? A new clinical trial from UC Davis Health explores a promising new treatment for retinitis pigmentosa (RP) — a rare genetic eye disease that causes progressive vision loss and even blindness. Dr. Susanna Park and her team are using gene-agnostic stem cell therapy to help patients with RP, regardless of their genetic mutation. In early results, participants reported their vision loss had stopped progressing, and some even say they saw improvement. Dr. Park also warns against unlicensed stem cell treatments. Accessibility option: An extended audio-described version of this video, including narration of important visual elements, is available here: https://video.ucdavis.edu/media/Can+S... Learn more about this research: https://health.ucdavis.edu/news/headl... —— UC Davis Health is committed to improving health for all through collaborative clinical, translational and basic science research. Across our organization, innovative studies are driving new technologies, treatments and therapies that directly benefit patients. With more clinical trials than any other health care provider in our region and renowned research centers led by internationally recognized experts, UC Davis Health is driving discoveries that address today’s most pressing health challenges. Driving Discovery at UC Davis Health:    • Driving Discovery - Research Studies and C...   Research at UC Davis Health: https://health.ucdavis.edu/research/ Clinical trials at UC Davis Health: https://studypages.com/ucdavis/home/ UC Davis School of Medicine: https://medschool.ucdavis.edu See the latest news from UC Davis Health: https://health.ucdavis.edu/newsroom —— 0:00 What is retinitis pigmentosa (RP)? 0:28 Challenges with treating RP 0:47 Clinical trial for RP using stem cells 1:17 Early findings for RP patients 1:43 The dangers of unlicensed stem cell studies The information in this video was accurate as of the upload date, 4/22/25. For information purposes only. Consult your local medical authority for advice. #StemCells #RetinitisPigmentosa #VisionLoss #Blindnes #eyehealth #ucdavis