FDA approves a new gene therapy for Sanfilippo syndrome, an ultra-rare disease
FDA approves gene therapy for ultra-rare childhood metabolic disease
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The FDA has approved a gene therapy for Sanfilippo syndrome, a condition that affects a small number of children. This is the first approved treatment for the disease. The approval is seen as a much-needed win for Ultragenyx, according to Cantor.
The therapy is set to be shipped to treatment centers within 60 days. However, the cost of the treatment is substantial, with a price tag of $4m per patient. The cost of the therapy raises questions about accessibility and affordability for families affected by the disease.
While the FDA approval is a significant step forward, the impact of the therapy on patients remains to be seen.
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Who reported it (9)
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RARE Stock Up 13% on FDA Approval of Sanfilippo Syndrome Gene TherapyYahoo Finance · 1d ago
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Updated: Ultragenyx’s new gene therapy will cost $3.95 millionEndpoints News · 1d ago
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Ultragenyx sets $3.95 million price for rare disease gene therapyReuters · 1d ago
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FDA approves Ultragenyx’s gene therapy Fayuvi for rare neurodegenerative disorderFierce Pharma · 1d ago
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What is Sanfilippo syndrome?
Coverage does not yet specify the exact number of children affected by the disease.
What is the cost of the therapy?
The therapy costs $4m per patient.
What is the expected revenue boost for Ultragenyx?
Analysts estimate a $400M opportunity.
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