Revolutionary Gene Therapy Halves Cholesterol Without Statins or Side Effects

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Researchers have developed a new therapy using polypurine hairpins to inhibit PCSK9, significantly reducing LDL cholesterol levels by nearly 50% without the side effects associated with statins, offering a promising alternative for managing hypercholesterolemia and preventing atherosclerosis.
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