Novartis Reports Zolgensma Caused 2 Deaths From Liver Failure

Novartis Reports Zolgensma Caused 2 Deaths From Liver Failure
The company's logo is seen at the new cell and gene therapy factory of Swiss drugmaker Novartis in Stein, Switzerland, on Nov. 28, 2019. Arnd Wiegmann/Reuters
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Novartis AG on Thursday reported two patient fatalities due to acute liver failure following treatment with Zolgensma gene therapy used to treat spinal muscular atrophy.

The company has notified health authorities in markets where the drug is sold, including the FDA, and has informed relevant healthcare professionals as an additional step.