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Gene therapy restores hearing in deaf patients within weeks

Researchers successfully used a single injection of gene therapy to restore hearing in ten deaf patients, with improvements appearing within one month. The treatment delivers a functional copy of a critical hearing gene directly into the inner ear, marking a breakthrough in treating congenital deafness across all age groups.

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Part of: Gene Therapy Breakthroughs in Sensory Disorders

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