Clinical Trials:
Gene Therapy -
We are thrilled to share that the anticipated clinical trial for LGMD2D/R3 gene therapy from Sarepta Therapeutics has officially been posted on ClinicalTrials.gov. This exciting study, DISCOVERY, will focus on a small, U.S.-based proof-of-concept trial aimed at evaluating the safety and expression of the critical alpha-sarcoglycan protein following treatment. We are hopeful and optimistic about its success, which could pave the way for expanded phases in the future. This progress represents a significant step forward in our journey toward effective LGMD2D treatments for our incredible community.
Natural History Studies:
Defining Clinical Endpoints in Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy (LGMD) (GRASP-01-001)
Skeletal Muscle Biomarkers in People With Fragile Sarcolemmal Muscular Dystrophy
Sponsor: Dr. Jerry R. Mendell, Nationwide Children's Hospital
Recruitment Status: Completed
Sponsor: Nationwide Children's Hospital
Recruitment Status: Completed
Gene Delivery for Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy Type 2D by Isolated Limb Infusion - July 2019
Sustained alpha-sarcoglycan gene expression after gene transfer in limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, type 2D - November 2010
Limb-girdle muscular dystrophy type 2D gene therapy restores alpha-sarcoglycan and associated proteins - September 2009
Early adenovirus-mediated gene transfer effectively prevents muscular dystrophy in alpha-sarcoglycan-deficient mice - August 2000
Several mouse models of sarcoglycan deficiency have been reported; two are cryopreserved at Jackson Laboratories.
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Alpha-sarcoglycan deficiency verified by western blot, RT-PCR analysis and immunofluorescence staining of skeletal muscle. Mice develop progressive muscular dystrophy as early as 6 weeks of age.
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Homozygous for both α- and ε-sarcoglycan deficiency. These mice have no overt phenotype but have an exaggerated response to mild exercise.
Abcam antibodies against alpha-sarcoglycan
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