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Plasma exchange in immune complex disease.

D A Houwert, L Kater, R J Hené

    Proceedings of the European Dialysis and Transplant Association. European Dialysis and Transplant Association
    |January 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary

    Plasma exchange showed effectiveness in treating idiopathic anaphylactoid purpura and mixed cryoglobulinaemia. However, its efficacy in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) with circulating immune complexes (CIC) varied, especially when combined with corticosteroids.

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    Area of Science:

    • Immunology
    • Rheumatology
    • Nephrology

    Background:

    • Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is an autoimmune disease characterized by circulating immune complexes (CIC).
    • Assessing the efficacy of plasma exchange (PLEX) in autoimmune conditions with CIC is crucial for treatment strategies.
    • Idiopathic anaphylactoid purpura and mixed cryoglobulinaemia also involve immune complex deposition and may benefit from PLEX.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the impact of plasma exchange on CIC, anti-dsDNA, complement levels, and clinical activity in patients with SLE, idiopathic anaphylactoid purpura, and mixed cryoglobulinaemia.
    • To determine the association between different immune complex detection methods.
    • To assess the effectiveness of plasma exchange as a sole therapy versus an adjunctive therapy with corticosteroids.

    Main Methods:

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    • The study included eight patients with SLE, one with idiopathic anaphylactoid purpura, and one with mixed cryoglobulinaemia.
    • Plasma exchange was administered to assess its effects on immunological markers and clinical symptoms.
    • Patients received either plasma exchange alone or in combination with corticosteroids.

    Main Results:

    • No significant association was found between various tests used for detecting immune complexes.
    • Plasma exchange was effective as a standalone treatment for idiopathic anaphylactoid purpura and mixed cryoglobulinaemia.
    • In SLE patients with CIC, plasma exchange showed variable effectiveness; five patients improved when treated with corticosteroids and plasma exchange, while four did not respond adequately.

    Conclusions:

    • Plasma exchange can be an effective therapeutic option for mixed cryoglobulinaemia and idiopathic anaphylactoid purpura.
    • The utility of plasma exchange in SLE patients with CIC is inconsistent, with outcomes depending on concurrent therapies like corticosteroids.
    • Further research is needed to optimize plasma exchange protocols for SLE management, particularly in the context of circulating immune complexes.