As a result, they have developed a unique prevention program in which people with no symptoms, but with a suspect gene and a family history, are being implanted with internal cardiac defibrillators (ICDs) which can restart their hearts if they stop.
Dr. Sean Connors confirms,“Our discovery has led to a targeted genetic screening and individualized therapy that is significantly improving survival rates,” and he went on to say,"It’s allowing people with the condition to live normal, longer lives. Individualized genetic therapies like this are the future of medicine.”
More information can be found here.
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