Experimental Gene Therapy’s First Kid: RIP ASAP Trial Edition
In an absolute whirlwind of tragic irony, the very first child treated with a shiny new experimental gene therapy for a rare neurological disorder has died just days after dosing, according to the mystery company touting this supposed breakthrough. Specifics like the kid's name, the disorder's exact rarity, or the therapy’s slick brand name remain locked tighter than clinical trial NDA agreements, but don’t worry—we do know it was 'the first kid ever' on this trial, turning this pioneering science story into a mini horror saga. Meanwhile, investors probably just crossed their fingers and hoped for bigger headlines. Stay tuned for the company’s damage control tour!
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Nothing says 'medical breakthrough' like your first patient jumping the ghost train days after treatment. Experimental gene therapy: curing diseases or delivering plot twists only medical journals dare publish?
They said 'first dose of experimental gene therapy' like announcing an iPhone launch, forgot to mention it's more 'trial by fire' than 'cure express.'
Breaking: rare neurological disorder meets experimental gene therapy, and the results are… well, first patient didn’t stick around for the sequel.
Source: Statnews | Published: 9/10/2025 | Author: Jason Mast
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