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What microbes are used with gene therapy in duchenne muscular dystrophy?

Adenoviruses and adeno-associated viruses (AAVs) are commonly used in gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). These viruses are used as vectors to deliver the therapeutic gene to muscle cells to replace the mutated gene responsible for DMD. Additionally, lentiviruses have been investigated as potential vectors for gene therapy in DMD.


How many people have duchenne muscular dystrophy disease?

It is estimated that approximately 1 in every 3,500 to 5,000 boys are born with Duchenne muscular dystrophy worldwide. The exact number of individuals with this disease can vary by region and population.


How do children inherit DMD?

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is inherited in an X-linked recessive pattern, primarily affecting boys. The gene responsible for DMD, the dystrophin gene, is located on the X chromosome. Males have one X and one Y chromosome, so if they inherit the mutated X chromosome from their mother, they will develop the disorder. Females, having two X chromosomes, can be carriers if they inherit one mutated copy but usually do not exhibit severe symptoms due to the presence of a normal copy of the gene.


What is the role of the protein dystrophin in normal muscle function and in dmd?

Dystrophin is a crucial protein that helps maintain the structural integrity of muscle cells by connecting the cytoskeleton to the extracellular matrix. In normal muscle function, dystrophin stabilizes muscle fibers during contraction, preventing damage. In Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), mutations in the dystrophin gene lead to the absence or dysfunction of dystrophin, resulting in muscle weakness, degeneration, and progressive loss of muscle function. This ultimately leads to severe mobility impairments and other complications in individuals with DMD.


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