Hoe ontstaat een Thymoom?
Als cellen van de thymus ongeremd gaan delen ontstaat een kwaadaardige tumor achter het borstbeen, een thymoom. Thymomen hebben als eigenschap dat zij erg traag groeien. Ze leiden zelden tot uitzaaiingen in andere organen.
Kan myasthenia gravis genezen?
Myasthenia gravis kan niet genezen. Met bepaalde medicijnen wordt geprobeerd om de klachten minder te maken. Soms worden de klachten bij jonge mensen met MG minder, als de thymus met een operatie wordt weggehaald. Het gaat dan vooral om jonge mensen die de ziekte nog niet zo lang hebben.
Can thymectomy be used to treat myasthenia gravis?
Thymectomy generally is not used for treating patients with myasthenia gravis that affects only their eyes. Thymectomy appears to be most effective when it is performed six to 12 months after the onset of symptoms. It is important to talk to your doctor early in your diagnosis about thymectomy as an option for treatment.
What is the relationship between myasthenia gravis and the thymus?
Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disorder of the postsynaptic neuromuscular junction characterized by fluctuating weakness involving variable combinations of ocular, bulbar, limb, and respiratory muscles. MG has a unique relationship with the thymus gland, which has therapeutic implications in two distinct patient populations.
Can we predict postoperative myasthenic crisis after thymectomy?
This study aimed to explore predictors of postoperative myasthenic crisis (POMC) after thymectomy and to define a predictive score of respiratory failure. Methods: The clinical data of 177 patients with MG undergoing thymectomy from January 1995 to December 2011 were retrospectively reviewed.
Is myasthenia gravis (MG) an autoimmune disease?
No drug references linked in this topic. Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoimmune disorder of the postsynaptic neuromuscular junction characterized by fluctuating weakness involving variable combinations of ocular, bulbar, limb, and respiratory muscles.