# Gene therapy blocks peripheral nerve damage in mice

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**Created:** [January 18, 2019, 2:31am UTC](https://archive.menshealtharchive.com/t/gene-therapy-blocks-peripheral-nerve-damage-in-mice/1634 "2019-01-18T02:31:44Z")\
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> **[Gene therapy blocks peripheral nerve damage in mice: Lays groundwork for...](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/01/190117142144.htm)**
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> Scientists have developed a gene therapy that blocks axonal degeneration, preventing axon destruction in mice and suggesting a therapeutic strategy that could help prevent the loss of peripheral nerves in multiple conditions.

  
Scientists have developed a gene therapy that blocks axonal degeneration, preventing axon destruction in mice and suggesting a therapeutic strategy that could help prevent the loss of peripheral nerves in multiple conditions.