Plasmapheresis for PANDAS

[Phasmid]

 

New AAN Guideline on Plasmapheresis in Neurologic Disorders

 

"Finally, they conclude that there is insufficient evidence to support or refute the use of plasmapheresis pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcus infection (PANDAS) and Sydenham chorea (Class III evidence, Level U)."

http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/736119

[eljomom]

I don't think I have the patience to read the whole thing, but "insufficient evidence" based on what????? One study of 15 kids?? Gosh, once again I am sounding a bit sarcastic.....maybe I should read before I flap my jaw