March 26, 2012 — The American Academy of Neurology (AAN) has published an evidence-based guideline on the use of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) in the treatment of neuromuscular disorders.
A sub-group of KD patients fails initial IVIG treatment, develops persistent or recurrent fever and inflammatory signs, and require repeat IVIG or other therapy. Factors contributing to IVIG treatment ...