Gene Therapy for Spinal Muscular Atrophy Triggers Unexpected Immune Inflammation
New research reveals that gene therapy for SMA causes significant immune activation, suggesting immune dysfunction is central to the disease.
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New research reveals that gene therapy for SMA causes significant immune activation, suggesting immune dysfunction is central to the disease.
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