Gene Therapy
Introducing you to a new era of medical care — a lifelong cure and a future free from blood transfusions.
A New Era of Medical Care
A future free from blood transfusions
At Sundas Foundation, we are proud to launch Gene Therapy Treatment, ensuring a lifelong cure for patients living with inherited blood diseases.
The Science
How does gene therapy work?
Gene Therapy uses a multistep biomedical process to fix the root cause of the disease. Here is how the process works.
Stem Cell Collection
Healthy blood-forming stem cells, also known as hematopoietic cells, are collected from the patient's blood or bone marrow.
Genetic Modification
In a specialized laboratory, a functional copy of the missing or mutated gene is introduced into these stem cells using a modified and harmless viral vector.
Conditioning
The patient undergoes a brief preparation phase to clear space in the bone marrow for the new cells.
Infusion
The newly developed stem cells are infused back into the patient's bloodstream, where they travel to the bone marrow and begin producing healthy, normal red blood cells.
Our Role
What we do at Sundas Foundation
We offer needy and deserving patients state-of-the-art medical care and support. Our medical experts professionally and securely organize every single step of gene therapy, ensuring maximum patient safety.
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Clinical Screening & Evaluation
We conduct exhaustive genetic and medical assessments to ensure the patient is an ideal candidate for successful therapy.
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Stem Cell Collection
The patient's own blood-forming stem cells are carefully collected, eliminating any risk of donor rejection or Graft-versus-Host Disease (GvHD).
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Advanced Genetic Engineering
The collected stem cells are securely transferred to laboratories, where a harmless viral vector inserts a fully functional gene into the patient's DNA.
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Specialized Conditioning & Infusion
When the laboratory work is done, the newly developed stem cells are infused back into the patient's blood.
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Dedicated Monitoring & Recovery
We provide patients with close, long-term follow-up as the modified cells take root and begin to generate a healthy, transfusion-free blood supply independently.
Donate to build a safe future!
At Sundas Foundation, we are dedicated to providing lifelong care to patients suffering from inherited blood disease (Thalassemia). Your donations can directly fund life-saving treatment and help us build a secure and healthy future for families in need.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Yes, gene therapy is a permanent treatment for patients suffering from blood diseases such as thalassemia. The process fixes the patient's stem cells, ensuring that the body keeps producing healthy blood.
A traditional bone marrow transplant requires a matching donor and carries a high risk of immune rejection. However, gene therapy uses the patient's own cells, showing no risk of rejection.
Patients are selected for gene therapy based on their age, genetic profile, and overall health condition. Our medical experts evaluate each candidate individually to ensure the highest standard of efficacy and safety.