Gene Editing: Exa-Cel Panel Review Raises Practical Concerns About Theoretical Risks

US FDA advisory committee members questioned how potential off-target effects with Vertex’s gene therapy for sickle cell disease should be conveyed to patients and families, and whether labeling should say anything about these theoretical risks.

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The exa-cel adcomm found itself navigating new terrain of practical concerns befitting the cutting-edge technology involved. • Source: Shutterstock

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