Research Article

Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of MOGAD: A Detailed Analysis from a Single-Center Four-Year Retrospective Cohort

Volume: 14 Number: 2 June 30, 2024
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Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of MOGAD: A Detailed Analysis from a Single-Center Four-Year Retrospective Cohort

Abstract

Introduction: This study aims to delineate the prevalence, clinical characteristics, diagnostic findings, and treatment outcomes of Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Associated Disease (MOGAD) in a cohort over four years, providing a basis for improved diagnostic criteria and therapeutic strategies. Materials and Methods: In a retrospective cohort study at a tertiary care center, we analyzed medical records of 90 patients presenting with CNS demyelinating symptoms, focusing on those diagnosed with MOGAD based on the International MOGAD Panel criteria. Data on clinical presentation, serum Anti-MOG antibody testing, MRI, VEP scans, CSF analysis, and treatment outcomes were evaluated. Results: Among the cohort of 90 patients, 7 patients were identified with positive Anti- MOG antibodies, indicating a prevalence of 7.8%. Clinical manifestations varied widely, including optic neuritis, myelitis, and cerebral cortical encephalitis. Diagnostic findings highlighted the absence of oligoclonal bands in CSF analysis and diverse MRI lesions. Most patients responded well to immunosuppressive treatments, though relapses occurred in two cases. The study underscores the heterogeneity of MOGAD presentations and the importance of personalized treatment approaches. Conclusion: Our findings contribute to the growing understanding of MOGAD, emphasizing its distinct clinical and diagnostic features compared to other CNS demyelinating disorders. The study advocates for the integration of MOG antibody testing in clinical practice to enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes. Future research should aim at longitudinal and multicentric studies to validate our findings and further refine MOGAD management strategies.

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Ethical Statement

Considering the retrospective design of the study, ethics committee consent was waived However, strict confidentiality andanonymity of patient data were maintained throughout the study, in accordance withethical guidelines and the Declaration of Helsinki. Informed consent was obtained from all individual participants included in the study.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Brain and Nerve Surgery (Neurosurgery)

Journal Section

Research Article

Early Pub Date

June 7, 2024

Publication Date

June 30, 2024

Submission Date

February 23, 2024

Acceptance Date

May 8, 2024

Published in Issue

Year 2024 Volume: 14 Number: 2

APA
Akbaş, A. A., Elçi, Ö., Bozkurt, B., Sezer, V., & Tunç, A. (2024). Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of MOGAD: A Detailed Analysis from a Single-Center Four-Year Retrospective Cohort. Sakarya Medical Journal, 14(2), 164-171. https://doi.org/10.31832/smj.1438799
AMA
1.Akbaş AA, Elçi Ö, Bozkurt B, Sezer V, Tunç A. Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of MOGAD: A Detailed Analysis from a Single-Center Four-Year Retrospective Cohort. Sakarya Medical Journal. 2024;14(2):164-171. doi:10.31832/smj.1438799
Chicago
Akbaş, Alihan Abdullah, Ömer Elçi, Beyzanur Bozkurt, Vasfiye Sezer, and Abdulkadir Tunç. 2024. “Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of MOGAD: A Detailed Analysis from a Single-Center Four-Year Retrospective Cohort”. Sakarya Medical Journal 14 (2): 164-71. https://doi.org/10.31832/smj.1438799.
EndNote
Akbaş AA, Elçi Ö, Bozkurt B, Sezer V, Tunç A (June 1, 2024) Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of MOGAD: A Detailed Analysis from a Single-Center Four-Year Retrospective Cohort. Sakarya Medical Journal 14 2 164–171.
IEEE
[1]A. A. Akbaş, Ö. Elçi, B. Bozkurt, V. Sezer, and A. Tunç, “Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of MOGAD: A Detailed Analysis from a Single-Center Four-Year Retrospective Cohort”, Sakarya Medical Journal, vol. 14, no. 2, pp. 164–171, June 2024, doi: 10.31832/smj.1438799.
ISNAD
Akbaş, Alihan Abdullah - Elçi, Ömer - Bozkurt, Beyzanur - Sezer, Vasfiye - Tunç, Abdulkadir. “Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of MOGAD: A Detailed Analysis from a Single-Center Four-Year Retrospective Cohort”. Sakarya Medical Journal 14/2 (June 1, 2024): 164-171. https://doi.org/10.31832/smj.1438799.
JAMA
1.Akbaş AA, Elçi Ö, Bozkurt B, Sezer V, Tunç A. Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of MOGAD: A Detailed Analysis from a Single-Center Four-Year Retrospective Cohort. Sakarya Medical Journal. 2024;14:164–171.
MLA
Akbaş, Alihan Abdullah, et al. “Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of MOGAD: A Detailed Analysis from a Single-Center Four-Year Retrospective Cohort”. Sakarya Medical Journal, vol. 14, no. 2, June 2024, pp. 164-71, doi:10.31832/smj.1438799.
Vancouver
1.Alihan Abdullah Akbaş, Ömer Elçi, Beyzanur Bozkurt, Vasfiye Sezer, Abdulkadir Tunç. Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Outcomes of MOGAD: A Detailed Analysis from a Single-Center Four-Year Retrospective Cohort. Sakarya Medical Journal. 2024 Jun. 1;14(2):164-71. doi:10.31832/smj.1438799

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