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26.03.2024 | Original Communication

Efgartigimod in the treatment of Guillain–Barré syndrome

verfasst von: Huiqiu Zhang, Jing Ma, Yingna Feng, Hui Ma, Dan Liu, Xiaomin Pang, Xueli Chang, Rongjuan Zhao, Juan Wang, Junhong Guo, Wei Zhang

Erschienen in: Journal of Neurology

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Abstract

Background

Guillain–Barré Syndrome (GBS) is caused by immunoglobulin G (IgG) autoantibodies. Efgartigimod, a human IgG antibody Fc fragment that acts as a natural ligand for the FcRn, can increase IgG degradation, which thus may be a promising therapeutic drug for GBS.

Case presentation

The two patients presented with postinfectious and acute flaccid paralysis. On admission, they were bedridden. Nerve conduction studies indicated peripheral neuropathy. GBS was suspected and they are treated with two doses of efgartigimod (10 mg/kg) within 5 days. Their muscle strength improved gradually and 4 weeks after the initial dose, they could walk independently. Following the first dose, Patient 1 complaint of muscle soreness, which subsided the next morning. Patient 2 was intubated due to respiratory failure the day after the initial dose, and did not report other adverse effects.

Discussion

In GBS patients, two doses of efgartigimod (10 mg/kg) were effective in rapidly improving muscle strength, with a satisfactory safety profile. The findings suggest a potential role for efgartigimod in modifying the disease process in GBS patients.

Conclusion

Efgartigimod seems effective and safe in the treatment of GBS. This study indicates the potential role of efgartigimod as a novel treatment option for GBS. Well-designed clinical trials should be conducted.

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Titel: Efgartigimod in the treatment of Guillain–Barré syndrome
verfasst von: Huiqiu Zhang
Jing Ma
Yingna Feng
Hui Ma
Dan Liu
Xiaomin Pang
Xueli Chang
Rongjuan Zhao
Juan Wang
Junhong Guo
Wei Zhang
Publikationsdatum: 26.03.2024
Verlag: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Erschienen in: Journal of Neurology
Print ISSN: 0340-5354
Elektronische ISSN: 1432-1459
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00415-024-12321-4

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