Dhaka, Oct. 24 -- Scientists have used a high-precision gene-editing technique to alter DNA directly inside a human body for the first time, aiming to cure a rare liver disorder.

According to a report by The Independent, researchers deployed a tool called "prime editing" in a new clinical trial to correct a genetic mutation responsible for Wilson disease.

Wilson disease prevents the body from clearing excess copper, leading to toxic build-ups that cause severe liver damage, nerve impairment, and neurological issues.

The trial's findings, published in the journal Nature, point towards a future of cheaper, faster, and less invasive genetic therapies.

By operating directly inside the body, the method bypasses the costly and risky process...