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(Abst.) Safety and efficacy of autologous HSCT for MS in Norway

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This is a small study (30 patients) but the finding that some patients had amenorrhea lasting more than 12 months and ovarian failure would be a concern.


From PubMed (December 14, 2019), "Safety and efficacy of autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation for multiple sclerosis in Norway":


HSCT in MS is an effective and relatively safe treatment option, with few serious complications and no mortality in Norway, so far. However, long-term adverse event with amenorrhea is a common prob...
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