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. 1997 Jul;63(1):106–109. doi: 10.1136/jnnp.63.1.106

The use of self infused intravenous immunoglobulin home therapy in the treatment of acquired chronic demyelinating neuropathies

W Sewell 1, V Brennan 1, M Donaghy 1, H Chapel 1
PMCID: PMC2169645  PMID: 9221978

Abstract

High dose intravenous immunoglobulin therapy is becoming the established maintenance treatment for several neurological conditions. Therapeutic immunoglobulin is expensive and its administration is time consuming. Efficacy is variable and must be closely monitored. Here, we show that self infused immunoglobulin at home, combined with daily functional strength diaries to predict dose and dosage intervals, is effective, time saving, and convenient for both patients and medical staff.



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