| Literature DB >> 28289845 |
Daniel Whittam1, Martin Wilson1, Shahd Hamid1, Geoff Keir1, Maneesh Bhojak1, Anu Jacob2.
Abstract
The evolution of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) from a rare, incurable and misunderstood disease with almost universally poor outcomes to its present state in just over a decade is unprecedented in neurology and possibly in medicine. Our knowledge of NMOSD biology has led to the recognition of wider phenotypes, new disease mechanisms, and thus clinical trials of new and effective treatments. This article aims to update readers on the recent developments in NMOSD with particular emphasis on clinical advances, the 2015 diagnostic criteria, biomarkers, imaging, and therapeutic interventions.Entities:
Keywords: Aquaporin; Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein; Myelitis; Optic neuritis
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Year: 2017 PMID: 28289845 DOI: 10.1007/s00415-017-8445-8
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Neurol ISSN: 0340-5354 Impact factor: 4.849