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A to Z of MS Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg)
Immunoglobulins have been used as a disease modifying treatment for multiple sclerosis in the past, however in 2007 guidelines published by the Department of Health did not recommend the use of intravenous immunoglobulin for MS.
References
Sorensen PS, et al.
A double-blind cross-over trial of intravenous immunoglobulin G in multiple sclerosis: Preliminary results.
Multiple Sclerosis 1997;3:145-148.
abstract
Department of Health.
Clinical guidelines for the use of intravenous immunoglobulin.
London: DH; 2007.
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