Cystic fibrosis is a genetic disease that causes persistent lung infections and limits the ability to breathe over time. Researchers from the George Washington University (GW), the University of Perugia, and the University of Rome have discovered a potential new drug to treat and stop the progression of cystic fibrosis. Thymosin α1 (Tα1) is a...
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Potential new treatment to treat and stop progression of cystic fibrosis
Summary: Researchers have discovered a potential new drug to treat and stop the progression of cystic fibrosis. Thymosin alpha 1 (T alpha 1) is a novel therapeutic single molecule-based therapy that not only corrects genetic and tissue defects, but also significantly reduces inflammation seen in cystic fibrosis patients. There are multiple treatments for cystic fibrosis,...
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Research uncovers potential new treatment to treat and stop progression of cystic fibrosis
Rescuing CFTR by Thymosin α1(T α1) acting as a corrector of the misfolded protein (p.Phe508del-CFTR) and potentiator of normal chloride channel activity. EC, epithelial cells. CFTR, cystic fibrosis transmembrane regulator protein. WT, …more Researchers from the George Washington University (GW), the University of Perugia, and the University of Rome have discovered a potential new drug...
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Study shows potential of stem cell therapy to repair lung damage
A new study has found that stem cell therapy can reduce lung inflammation in an animal model of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and cystic fibrosis. Although, still at a pre-clinical stage, these findings have important potential implications for the future treatment of patients. The findings were presented in Estoril, Portugal on 25 March, 2017 at the European Respiratory Society’s...
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Antibiotics used to treat cystic fibrosis increases risk of permanent hearing loss
A powerful class of antibiotics provides life-saving relief for people with cystic fibrosis; however, a new study for the first time reveals the levels at which high cumulative dosages over time significantly increases the risk of permanent hearing loss in these patients. Cystic fibrosis, or CF, is an inherited chronic disease that affects the lungs...