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Decoding Autoimmunity: Insights Into Neuromyelitis Optica and Its Relationship With Other Autoimmune Neurological Disorders.

Tabish W Siddiqui, Raqshan W Siddiqui, Shiza W Siddiqui, Sohaila Fatima, Hiba R Babu, Uvashree Shrinivas, Leah L Dias, Jefina Olive

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Review in Cureus, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

2 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

8 authors.

Tabish W SiddiquiDepartment of Medicine, RAK Medical and Health Sciences University, Ras al Khaimah, ARE.
Raqshan W SiddiquiDepartment of Medicine, RAK Medical and Health Sciences University, Ras Al Khaimah, ARE.
Shiza W SiddiquiDepartment of Internal Medicine, King Khalid University Hospital, Abha, SAU.
Sohaila FatimaDepartment of Pathology, King Khalid University, Abha, SAU.
Hiba R BabuDepartment of Medicine, RAK Medical and Health Sciences University, Ras al Khaimah, ARE.
Uvashree ShrinivasDepartment of Medicine, RAK Medical and Health Sciences University, Ras al Khaimah, ARE.
Leah L DiasDepartment of Medicine, RAK Medical and Health Sciences University, Ras al Khaimah, ARE.
Jefina OliveDepartment of Medicine, RAK Medical and Health Sciences University, Ras al Khaimah, ARE.

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) is a rare but debilitating autoimmune condition characterized by severe attacks of optic neuritis and transverse myelitis, often resulting in significant neurological disability. Autoantibodies targeting aquaporin-4 (AQP4) and myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG) play critical roles in disease pathogenesis, and therapeutic strategies encompassing immunosuppressive therapies and emerging biologics are employed to manage disease activity and prevent relapse. While studies suggest a potential overlap between NMO and other autoimmune neurological conditions, research in this area remains limited. This review explores the commonalities and distinctions between NMO and related autoimmune neurological disorders, hypothesizing that shared autoantibody mechanisms and clinical features may refine diagnostic criteria and therapeutic interventions. Additionally, it addresses tailored management approaches for specific clinical features of NMO and its overlaps. The paper also explores current research on biomarkers and novel treatment modalities, highlighting persistent knowledge gaps, such as understanding the immune mechanisms behind NMO and predicting individual responses to therapies. The review underscores the necessity for collaborative research efforts to improve diagnostic accuracy and therapeutic efficacy. Ultimately, these efforts will enhance personalized care strategies and optimize outcomes and quality of life for patients with NMO and related autoimmune neurological disorders.

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autoantibodiesautoimmune diseasesbiomarkersmultiple sclerosisneuromyelitis optica

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PMID40352054
PMCPMC12066024

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