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FDA Places New Clinical Hold On RGX-121 for Hunter Syndrome

Published

25 August 2026

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Biotech

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United States

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Fusion42 · 26 August 2026 · Fusion42 review

The FDA has placed a new clinical hold on REGENXBIO's RGX-121 gene therapy for Hunter syndrome following detection of asymptomatic spine MRI abnormalities in five trial participants, marking the second regulatory setback for the therapy in 2026.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Biotech, and 3 sources have reported it between 24 Aug 2026 and 31 Aug 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You face a tougher regulatory environment for Hunter syndrome gene therapies after recurring FDA holds. Accelerate alternative programs or pivot clinical efforts to maintain momentum amid delays.

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3 sources · first reported 24 Aug 2026 · latest 31 Aug 2026

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