Intravenous immunoglobulin treatment in peripheral nerve disorders - indications, mechanisms of action and side-effects
2000; Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; Volume: 13; Issue: 5 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1097/00019052-200010000-00012
ISSN1473-6551
Autores Tópico(s)Hereditary Neurological Disorders
ResumoThis review summarizes observations of clinical use of high dose intravenous immunoglobulin G (IVIg) in regards to administration, kinetics, known or postulated mechanisms of action, and adverse reactions. Indications and value of IVIg for the treatment of various neuropathies with presumed auto-immune aetiology are examined. New knowledge that advances the understanding of the pathogenesis of the neuropathies and of the mechanisms of action of IVIg is discussed.
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