Gene therapy trials treat inherited blindness and deafness DW 05/09/2024
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British toddler Opal Sandy becomes the first person to have hearing restored via gene therapy, using OTOF gene correction. CRISPR-Cas9 restores vision in patients with inherited blindness, with 11 out of 14 experiencing improved vision, showing promising results.
The use of gene therapy in restoring hearing and vision in children with rare genetic mutations signifies a significant breakthrough in medical science, offering new hope for those with previously untreatable conditions.
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