FDA investigates tumor risk tied to Novartis gene therapy

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The FDA says it is investigating a possible risk of tumor formation in children treated with Novartis’ Zolgensma gene therapy. Novartis reported nine tumor cases overall and said two showed evidence of a link to the treatment, but the reports do not establish how often tumors occur or prove the treatment caused them.

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Why it matters

The investigation concerns a treatment for spinal muscular atrophy in children under age two, so findings could affect U.S. patients, families and clinicians considering the therapy. The articles do not report a change in the treatment’s approval status or use.

What happens next

The FDA investigation is underway; the articles give no timeline or specific next decision. It is not yet clear whether the agency will take regulatory action or what further evidence it is reviewing.

Any FDA findings or regulatory action

Whether Novartis reports additional cases or provides further evidence