Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorders-Present Insights and Recent Developments Neuromyelitis-optica-Spektrum-Erkrankungen-alte und neue Entwicklungen

Lohmann L., Klotz L., Wiendl H.

Abstract

The achievements of the last 15 years have essentially shaped the diagnostic methods and therapy of Neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSD): from discovery of aquaporin 4 antibodies and further development of diagnostic criteria the path has led to the approval of eculizumab and satralizumab as first disease modifying treatments in Europe. This article should give an overview on the present insights and future treatment options.