Epidemiology, symptomatology and treatment of patients with myasthenia gravis in an Australian hospital.

Intern Med J

Department of Neurology, Frankston Hospital, Peninsula Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

Published: December 2019

AI Article Synopsis

  • - Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a neuromuscular disorder with varied symptoms and treatment options, as studied in a metropolitan hospital in Australia.
  • - The study’s findings align with existing research, but a notable increase in the use of intravenous immunoglobulin was observed, with reasons for this trend discussed.
  • - Effective management of MG is best achieved in specialized clinics that have the required expertise and follow standardized treatment protocols.

Article Abstract

Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a disorder affecting neuromuscular transmission with heterogeneous manifestations and treatments. This study describes clinical features and management of MG patients at a metropolitan hospital in Australia. Overall findings were consistent with previously published data. However, frequency of intravenous immuno-globulin use was higher, reasons for which are explored. Management is best conducted through specialist clinics with necessary expertise and standardised treatment protocols.

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