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Ataluren for the Treatment of Usher Syndrome 2A Caused by Nonsense Mutations.
International journal of molecular sciences - 12 Dec 2019
Samanta Ananya, Stingl Katarina, Kohl Susanne, Ries Jessica, Linnert Joshua, Nagel-Wolfrum Kerstin
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The identification of genetic defects that underlie inherited retinal diseases (IRDs) paves the way for the development of therapeutic strategies. Nonsense mutations caused approximately 12% of all IRD cases, resulting in a premature termination codon (PTC). Therefore, an approach that targets nonsense mutations could be a promising pharmacogenetic strategy for the treatment of IRDs. Small molecules...
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