Gene Therapy for Eye Disease Shows Benefits and Limitations

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Photo of a retina. Gene Therapy for Eye Disease Shows Benefits and Limitations
An experimental therapy for an inherited disorder that causes blindness improves vision, but the improvement declines with time. The findings offer insights for future therapies.
SOURCE: NIH Research Matters – Read entire story here.

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