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Diabetes & Endocrinology
Sys. Review
Efgartigimod alfa targets FcRn across three neuroimmune conditions
New drug shows promise for rare autoimmune nerve conditions
Efgartigimod alfa blocks FcRn to lower circulating IgG. It is approved for myasthenia gravis and CIDP, but not Guillain-Barré syndrome.
A new medication targets the immune system to treat rare nerve conditions, though it is not yet approved for all patients.
Frontiers
Sep 16, 2026
Oncology
Sys. Review
Case report highlights diagnostic challenges between POEMS syndrome and CIDP
Misdiagnosis of rare nerve disorder highlights need for vigilance
This case report and literature review describes a single patient with POEMS syndrome who was initially misdiagnosed with CIDP.
A single patient's journey from a wrong diagnosis to the truth reveals how easily rare nerve conditions can be missed.
Frontiers
Apr 30, 2026