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[Plasmapheresis in multiple sclerosis].

S Fuchs, H Pogglitsch, G Ladurner

    Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift
    |January 20, 1984
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    Plasmapheresis did not improve neurological or psychiatric symptoms in multiple sclerosis patients. This study found no benefits from the procedure in managing MS symptoms.

    Area of Science:

    • Neurology
    • Immunology

    Context:

    • Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system.
    • Plasmapheresis is a procedure to remove antibodies from the blood, sometimes used in autoimmune conditions.

    Purpose:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of plasmapheresis in treating neurological and psychiatric symptoms of multiple sclerosis.

    Summary:

    • Eight patients with multiple sclerosis underwent plasmapheresis after discontinuing other therapies.
    • Neurological and psychiatric assessments using Kurtzke Disability Score and Hamilton Rating Scale were performed before and after the procedure.
    • No significant improvement in symptoms was observed following plasmapheresis treatment.

    Impact:

    • This study suggests plasmapheresis may not be an effective treatment for managing multiple sclerosis symptoms.

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  • Further research is needed to explore alternative or adjunctive therapies for MS.