Which of the following diseases has been treated with glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor?

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Glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF) has been primarily tested and used as a therapeutic agent for Parkinson's disease. GDNF has been shown to promote the survival and regeneration of dopaminergic neurons, which are the cells primarily affected in Parkinson's disease. Studies have shown positive effects in animal models and in clinical trials, although more research is needed to fully understand its potential as a treatment for the disease. GDNF has not been shown to be effective in treating Picks' disease, Alzheimer's disease, or Huntington's disease.

Which of the Following Diseases Has Been Treated with Glial