Generalized myasthenia gravis Generalized myasthenia gravis
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1.Not administration history of Eculizumab 2.Anti acetylcholie receptor antibody positive (the technique does not matter) 3.Age at registration 18 years old or older in both Sexes 4.Patients with systemic myasthenia gravis ( MGFA Clinical Classification Class II-V) 5.Symptom management by IVIg or the PP is insufficient ( QMG score of 12 points or more as the standard ) 6.Start Eculizumab treatment 7.Received meningococcal vaccines 8.Written informed consent
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1.Meningococcal infectious disease 2.Hypersensitivity for an ingredient of Eculizumab 3.Ocular myasthenia gravis ( MGFA Clinical Classification Class I) 4.Participate in the trial using a unapproved drug, medical equipment or the therapy 5.Judged not eligible in participate
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Blood paramete 1. Complement protein concentration in plasma 2. MG related antibody titer in serum 3. Inflammatory marker in serum | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Efficacy endpoint 1. QMG, MG-ADL and Neuro-QOL Fatigue (change at 26 weeks from baseline) Safety endpoint 1. Serious ADRs | — |
Contacts
International University of Health and Welfare, Narita Hosptial