ARA-290 was engineered to retain those protective benefits while eliminating the blood cell stimulation that makes traditional EPO risky for non-anemic patients
To meet the diagnostic criteria for cvEDS, a person must meet: Major criterion 1 AND family history compatible with autosomal recessive inheritance AND at least one other major criterion OR Major criterion 1 AND family history compatible with autosomal recessive inheritance AND at least two minor criteria Major Criteria Severe progressive cardiac-valvular problems (aortic valve, mitral valve) Skin involvement: skin hyperextensibility, atrophic scars, thin skin, easy bruising Joint hypermobility (generalized or restricted to small joints) Minor criteria Inguinal hernia Pectus deformity (especially excavatum) Joint dislocations Foot deformities: pes planus, pes planovalgus, hallux valgus Classical-like EDS (clEDS) If a person meets the diagnostic criteria for clEDS, genetic testing should be done to confirm the diagnosis

Future Research Directions and Emerging Applications Systemic Administration and Biodistribution Studies While most clinical applications of GHK-Cu involve topical administration, emerging research explores systemic delivery routes including subcutaneous injection, intravenous infusion, and oral administration for potential applications in systemic inflammation, tissue remodeling, and age-related decline
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