Molecular therapy. Nucleic acids

Progress in gene editing treatments: clinical trials and new ways to deliver them for different diseases

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Abstract

Recent clinical trials have demonstrated the feasibility and safety of gene editing technologies like CRISPR-Cas9 in various disease areas.

  • Gene editing may address a wide range of genetic and acquired diseases.
  • Advanced techniques such as zinc-finger nucleases and base editors are being explored in clinical applications.
  • Efficient delivery systems, including lipid nanoparticles and viral vectors, are crucial for successful gene editing.
  • Early-phase trials have shown durable gene modification in patient populations.
  • Challenges remain regarding delivery specificity and minimizing off-target effects.
  • Ongoing trials aim to enhance delivery technologies and expand therapeutic applications.

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