f-ORG technique detects early eye disease through light-response analysis
Eye diseases often develop asymptomatically for many years. ICTER scientists have developed the f-ORG technique, which ...
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Scientists unlock clues to new treatments for muscular dystrophy
Researchers combined advanced imaging techniques and theoretical physics to observe and explain how nanoclusters of the protein emerin form inside living cells. The study uncovers the molecular 'rules ...
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Macular Degeneration: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
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MeiraGTx To Advance Gene Therapy For LCA4 Retinal Dystrophy With Positive Phase I/II Results
(MGTX), a clinical-stage genetic medicines company, on Friday announced the progress in its gene therapy program for Leber Congenital Amaurosis 4 or LCA4, a severe retinal dystrophy caused by a ...
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MeiraGTx Announces Positive Results from First-in-Human Study of Gene Therapy for AIPL1-Related Retinal Dystrophy in Young Children
MeiraGTx Holdings plc announced promising results from a first-in-human study published in The Lancet, involving a gene therapy treatment for children with AIPL1-associated retinal dystrophy ...
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'It's cruel that I cannot get muscular dystrophy drug'
A 12-year-old boy with a severe form of muscular dystrophy has said it is "cruel" that a new drug is not being made available in Northern Ireland. Alfie, from Newry, County Down, was diagnosed ...
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How to keep your eyes healthy and your vision sharp
But see an eye doctor as soon as possible if you have symptoms: In some cases, PVD can lead to a retinal tear or detachment, which requires immediate treatment. The vitreous can stick to the ...