Established and new uses of intravenous immunoglobulin

Mt Sinai J Med. 1992 Sep;59(4):335-40.

Abstract

We know much about the biologic activities of the immunoglobulin molecule. We know its structure, and much about its function. However, I think that surprises are still ahead of us. As we become more familiar with what the immunomodulation doses of IVGG can do, I think we will find other uses of IVGG relying on antiidiotypic antibodies and possibly other cell-mediated functions.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Autoimmune Diseases / therapy
  • Humans
  • Immunoglobulins, Intravenous / adverse effects
  • Immunoglobulins, Intravenous / therapeutic use*
  • Immunologic Deficiency Syndromes / therapy

Substances

  • Immunoglobulins, Intravenous