MOG-antibody demyelinating diseases: a case of post-partum severe rhombencephalitis and transverse myelitis

D. Vecchio, E. Virgilio, P. Naldi, C. Comi, R. Cantello

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Abstract

Introduction: Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibodies (MOG-IgG) associated disorders present with a spectrum of clinical pictures including brainstem involvement. Case report: A patient with the sudden onset of a post-partum severe rhombencephalitis causing respiratory failure (12 years after a mild transverse myelitis). Despite the aggressive clinical course, she had an impressive recovery after plasmapheresis, and no further relapses on immunosuppression. Conclusion: MOG-IgG disorders could relapse several years after onset and involve brainstem. Good prognosis is possible after treatment.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)9-10
Number of pages2
JournalMultiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders
Volume21
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Apr 2018

Keywords

  • Autoimmune rhombencephalitis
  • Brainstem in NMOSD
  • MOG-IgG

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