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Immunotherapy in myasthenia gravis in the era of biologics

Immunotherapy in myasthenia gravis in the era of biologics

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Immunotherapy in myasthenia gravis in the era of biologics

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Immunotherapy in myasthenia gravis in the era of biologics

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London: Nature Publishing Group UK

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Nature reviews. Neurology, 2019-02, Vol.15 (2), p.113-124

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English

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London: Nature Publishing Group UK

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No consensus has been reached on the ideal therapeutic algorithm for myasthenia gravis (MG). Most patients with MG require induction therapy with high doses of corticosteroids and maintenance with an immunosuppressant. Severe cases and acute worsening require intravenous immunoglobulin or plasmapheresis before oral immunosuppressants start having a...

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Immunotherapy in myasthenia gravis in the era of biologics

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TN_cdi_proquest_miscellaneous_2159983886

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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_proquest_miscellaneous_2159983886

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1759-4758,1759-4766

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1759-4766

DOI

10.1038/s41582-018-0110-z

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