A hematopoietic stem and progenitor cell (HSPC) transplant eased several disease symptoms, including motor problems and enlarged organs, in a new mouse model of Sanfilippo syndrome type C, according to a study. HSPC transplant provides blood cell precursors from a healthy donor, which are then able to develop into…
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“I can’t wait to be out of the diaper phase,” I remember thinking as we prepared to potty train our daughter, Liv, when she turned 2. I think it’s natural for any parent to look forward to the next phase, even though the next phase always comes with a new…
Sanfilippo syndrome is a genetic disorder that leads to a form of childhood dementia. Learn more about the disease here.
Sanfilippo is caused by mutations in one of four genes that produce the enzymes needed to break down heparan sulfate. Learn more about what causes the disease here.
Symptoms range from behavioral problems to developmental delays and sleep issues. Learn more about the symptoms of the disease here.
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