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In vitro functional correction of Hermansky-Pudlak Syndrome type-1 by lentiviral-mediated gene transfer.
Molecular genetics and metabolism - 1 Jan 2015
Ikawa Yasuhiro, Hess Richard, Dorward Heidi, Cullinane Andrew R, Huizing Marjan, Gochuico Bernadette R, Gahl William A, Candotti Fabio
Abstract excerpt
Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome (HPS) is a genetic disorder characterized by oculocutaneous albinism, bleeding tendency and susceptibility to pulmonary fibrosis. No curative therapy is available. Genetic correction directed to the lungs, bone marrow and/or gastro-intestinal tract might provide alternative forms of treatment for the diseases multi-systemic complications. We demonstrate that lentiviral-mediated gene...
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