What are the Potential Applications of RNAi in Pediatric Medicine?
Genetic Disorders: RNAi can target and silence mutant genes responsible for diseases like cystic fibrosis and Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Cancer: RNAi can be used to knock down oncogenes, providing a new avenue for pediatric cancer therapies. Infectious Diseases: RNAi can inhibit the replication of viruses, offering potential treatments for viral infections common in children, such as respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Neurological Disorders: Conditions like spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) could benefit from RNAi-based therapies.
