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News Enzyme Replacement Therapy May Improve Hearing in ENPP1 Deficiency
ENPP1 (ectonucleotide pyrophosphatase/phosphodiesterase 1) deficiency is a rare but devastating genetic disorder that affects bone and vascular health. Around half of affected children die within the first six months of life, and surviving patients often suffer from skeletal abnormalities, growth impairment, and hearing loss—seen in up to 75% of cases. American researchers have now demonstrated that hearing loss caused by ENPP1 deficiency can be prevented or reversed in mice using enzyme replacement therapy (ERT).
News AI in Clinical Dermatology? New Model Supports Diagnosis
Skin conditions affect up to 70% of the global population. Fast and accurate diagnosis is therefore crucial for timely treatment and reducing the burden on healthcare systems. A new multimodal artificial intelligence model, PanDerm—developed by an international team led by Monash University in Melbourne—brings a powerful support tool to everyday dermatological practice.