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Gene Therapy Risks and Trade-offs
Scientists have linked a boy's tumor to gene therapy, highlighting the need to balance risks with benefits. A new drug intended to improve safety may also reduce effectiveness.
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STAT News
Doctors have linked a boy's tumor to a gene therapy, but say the rare risks need to be weighed against the profound benefits such medicines can offer.
2026-05-13 10:00 UTC
STAT News
Encoded Therapeutics gives a heads-up to other gene therapy company about the trade-offs with a drug meant to improve safety.
2026-05-13 10:00 UTC