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Gene therapy cuts severe infections by 93% in rare immune disease

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A novel gene therapy has demonstrated remarkable success in treating Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome, a rare inherited immune disorder. The therapy reduced severe infections by 93% in adult patients undergoing allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. This treatment utilizes the patients' own modified stem cells, offering a promising new avenue for managing this complex condition. AI

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Gene therapy cuts severe infections by 93% in rare immune disease

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · William A. Haseltine, Contributor ·

    Gene Therapy Cuts Severe Infections 93% In A Rare Immune Disease

    Gene therapy cut severe infections 93% in Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome, using patients’ own modified stem cells to treat a rare inherited immune disorder.

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