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PTC takes a chance on Sangamo's Fabry disease gene therapy
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Fusion42 · 13 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
PTC Therapeutics has acquired Sangamo's gene therapy for Fabry disease, viewing it as a high-risk, high-reward opportunity that may surpass current treatments pending regulatory approval.
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