The defect that causes the neurodegenerative disease Huntington's has been corrected in patients for the first time, the BBC has learned.
An experimental drug, injected into spinal fluid, safely lowered levels of toxic proteins in the brain.
The research team, at University College London, say there is now hope the deadly disease can be completely stopped.
Experts say it could be the biggest breakthrough in neurodegenerative diseases for 50 years.
Read the rest of the article from The BBC HERE
Lets hope it works on the many other neurodegenerative diseases too, as the presence of dangerous proteins in the brain can result in many other conditions that are permanently debilitating and ultimately life-threatening.
An experimental drug, injected into spinal fluid, safely lowered levels of toxic proteins in the brain.
The research team, at University College London, say there is now hope the deadly disease can be completely stopped.
Experts say it could be the biggest breakthrough in neurodegenerative diseases for 50 years.
Read the rest of the article from The BBC HERE
Lets hope it works on the many other neurodegenerative diseases too, as the presence of dangerous proteins in the brain can result in many other conditions that are permanently debilitating and ultimately life-threatening.