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FDA Approves Neurotech's ENCELTO Cell Therapy for MacTel

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๐Ÿ‘ The FDA has approved Neurotech Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Pharmaceuticals' ENCELTO (revakinagene taroretcel-lwey), the first treatment for macular telangiectasia type 2 (MacTel)โ€”a progressive retinal disease causing vision loss.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ ENCELTO uses Encapsulated Cell Therapy (ECT), implanting genetically engineered cells that continuously release ciliary neurotrophic factor (CNTF) to slow retinal degeneration. Phase 3 trials showed significant preservation of macular photoreceptors over 24 months.

๐ŸŒŽ Neurotechโ€™s CEO hailed the approval as a milestone, and experts believe ENCELTO will help patients maintain functional vision. The treatment is expected to launch in the U.S. by June 2025.