Amicus Therapeutics Announces Participation at World Muscle Society 2022

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Amicus Therapeutics (Nasdaq: FOLD) announced that four poster presentations showcasing its Pompe disease development program will be presented at the 27th International Hybrid Annual Congress of the World Muscle Society from October 11-15, 2022, in Halifax, Canada. The presentations include long-term studies and patient surveys highlighting the impacts of Pompe disease. Notable abstracts focus on treatment comparisons and patient experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. The posters will be accessible on Amicus's website following the congress.

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• Four poster presentations at a significant industry congress showcase ongoing research in Pompe disease.
• Highlighting patient experiences and treatment comparisons could enhance investor confidence in Amicus’s pipeline.

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• No specific financial metrics or clinical trial outcomes were disclosed in the PR.

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 11, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amicus Therapeutics (Nasdaq: FOLD), today announced four poster presentations highlighting its development program for Pompe disease will be included at the 27th International Hybrid Annual Congress of the World Muscle Society, being held October 11-15, 2022 both virtually and in Halifax, Canada.

Poster Presentations:
Abstract Title: Long-term follow-up of cipaglucosidase alfa/miglustat in ambulatory patients with Pompe disease: an open-label phase I/II study (ATB200-02) (Poster #FP.17)

• Presenter: Benedikt Schoser, MD, Department of Neurology, Ludwig-Maximilians-University of Munich, Munich, Germany
• Flash Poster Presentation: Metabolic Myopathies – Wednesday, October 12, 4:05-4:10 p.m. ADT
  • Location: Ballroom Salon
• Poster Session: Metabolic Myopathies – Wednesday, October 12, 4:00-5:30 p.m. ADT
  • Location: Ballroom B1-B2
    

Abstract Title: Living with Pompe disease in the UK: characterising the patient journey; burden on physical and emotional quality of life; and impact of COVID-19 (Poster #VP.32)

• Presenter: Allan Muir, Chair of the Board of Trustees, Pompe Support Network, Petersfield, U.K.
• Poster Session: Metabolic Myopathies – Wednesday, October 12, 4:00-5:30 p.m. ADT
• Location: Virtual Platform
  

Abstract Title: Quantification of the burden, unmet needs, management, and COVID‑19 impact of living with Pompe disease in the UK: results of an online patient survey (Poster #VP.33)

• Presenter: Val Buxton, Association for Glycogen Storage Disease (UK), Oldbury, U.K.
• Poster Session: Metabolic Myopathies – Wednesday, October 12, 4:00-5:30 p.m. ADT
• Location: Virtual Platform
  

Abstract Title: Indirect treatment comparison of three enzyme replacement treatments for late-onset Pompe disease: a network meta-analysis with patient-level and aggregate data (Poster #LSVP.19)

• Presenter: Jeff Castelli, PhD, Amicus Therapeutics Inc., Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
• Poster Session: Poster Session 4 – Friday, October 14, 5:00-6:00 p.m. ADT
• Location: Virtual Platform
  

The posters will be made available on the Amicus website following their respective presentations at the congress.

For more information on the World Muscle Society 2022 Annual Congress, please visit www.wms2022.com.

About Amicus Therapeutics
Amicus Therapeutics (Nasdaq: FOLD) is a global, patient-dedicated biotechnology company focused on discovering, developing and delivering novel high-quality medicines for people living with rare diseases. With extraordinary patient focus, Amicus Therapeutics is committed to advancing and expanding a robust pipeline of cutting-edge, first- or best-in-class medicines for rare metabolic diseases. For more information please visit the company’s website at www.amicusrx.com, and follow us on Twitter and LinkedIn.

CONTACTS:

Investors:
Amicus Therapeutics
Andrew Faughnan
Executive Director, Investor Relations
afaughnan@amicusrx.com
(609) 662-3809

Media:
Amicus Therapeutics
Diana Moore
Head of Global Corporate Communications
dmoore@amicusrx.com
(609) 662-5079

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FAQ

What presentations will Amicus Therapeutics showcase at the World Muscle Society Congress?

Amicus will present four posters on its Pompe disease development program.

When is the World Muscle Society Congress taking place?

The congress is scheduled for October 11-15, 2022.

What is the stock symbol for Amicus Therapeutics?

The stock symbol for Amicus Therapeutics is FOLD.

Where can I find the poster presentations after the congress?

The presentations will be available on the Amicus website following their respective presentations.

What topics will the poster presentations cover?

The presentations will cover long-term follow-ups, patient journeys, and treatment comparisons for Pompe disease.