Progress in mitochondrial replacement therapies

Mary Herbert, Doug Turnbull

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Abstract

Mitochondrial DNA is maternally inherited, and pathogenic mutations cause a range of life-limiting conditions. Recent studies indicate that transmission of pathogenic mutations may be prevented by reproductive technologies designed to replace the mitochondria in eggs from affected women.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)71-72
Number of pages2
JournalNature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology
Volume19
Issue number2
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Feb 2018
Externally publishedYes

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