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Six consecutive patients with multiple sclerosis and lesions contrast enhancing on computed tomographic scan were treated with high-dose intravenous infusions of methylprednisolone. Double-dose delayed computed tomographic scans were repeated at varying intervals during corticosteroid treatment. Contrast enhancement of sclerotic plaques was reduced or eliminated within as little as 8 hours after the first infusion. Rapid associated partial clinical improvement was noted in four patients with recent exacerbations of disease activity. Similar attenuation of contrast-enhancing plaques and clinical improvement were less predictable following oral corticosteroid therapy in conventional dosage. These studies suggest that the dose, route of administration, and duration of corticosteroid therapy in multiple sclerosis may partially determine the effect of treatment.
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