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Published in: Journal of Clinical Immunology 2/2013

01-01-2013

Clinical Ambiguities—Ongoing Questions

Authors: Troy R. Torgerson, Vincent R. Bonagura, Ralph S. Shapiro

Published in: Journal of Clinical Immunology | Special Issue 2/2013

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Abstract

Many factors need to be considered when choosing the mode of delivery of immunoglobulin (IgG) replacement therapy for a given patient with primary immunodeficiency disease (PIDD). Despite some general guidance as provided in the previous discussions, a number of ongoing questions remain. This article attempts to provide some answers and clarification for clinical situations in which the choice of intravenous IgG (IVIG) or subcutaneous IgG (SCIG) may be ambiguous.
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Metadata
Title
Clinical Ambiguities—Ongoing Questions
Authors
Troy R. Torgerson
Vincent R. Bonagura
Ralph S. Shapiro
Publication date
01-01-2013
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Journal of Clinical Immunology / Issue Special Issue 2/2013
Print ISSN: 0271-9142
Electronic ISSN: 1573-2592
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10875-012-9851-4

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