Methods for treating lysosomal acid lipase deficiency
US8945542B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 14, 2013 |
| Grant date | Feb 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 14, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P43/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides compositions and methods for effective treatment of a lysosomal acid lipase deficiency (LALD) disease, in particular, Wolman's disease and Cholesteryl Ester Storage Disease (CESD). Among other things, the present invention provides a method of treating developmental impairment or malnutrition in an individual suffering from a lysosomal acid lipase deficiency (LALD) disease, comprising administering to the individual a therapeutic effective amount of a lysosomal acid lipase.
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