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Deramiocel heart-derived cellular therapy in advanced Duchenne muscular dystrophy (HOPE-3): a phase 3, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.

Lancet (London, England)·July 29, 2026·PMID 42526472

Why it matters

Advanced DMD lacks disease-modifying therapies that preserve upper limb function, which is critical for quality of life and independence. Deramiocel offers a mutation-agnostic, outpatient-administered option that may fill this gap.

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