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MOGAD Clinic Provides Leading Expertise at Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic’s MOGAD Clinic is uniquely equipped to provide accurate diagnosis and treatment for adults with myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody-associated disease (MOGAD). At Mayo Clinic you’ll be seen by the world's foremost experts in MOGAD.
We conduct research toward improving diagnosis and treatment and apply proven breakthrough discoveries in our MOGAD Clinic.
The peace of mind of an expert second opinion.
MOGAD is a newly defined autoimmune disorder that can look like multiple sclerosis (MS) or other diseases but requires different treatment. Getting a second opinion at Mayo Clinic’s MOGAD Clinic can provide peace of mind or point you to more treatment options. Our experts in MOGAD can provide a thorough evaluation and answer any questions you may have.
Advanced diagnosis and treatment.
Our onsite neuroimmunology laboratory performs myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein (MOG) antibody testing and interpretation. Since MOG antibody can be found at low levels with other disorders and create a false positive result, our MOGAD experts can determine if you truly have MOGAD. Additional tests may include MRI scans of the head, eyes and spine, a spinal tap, and an eye exam.
With MOGAD, the body's immune system attacks myelin (the outer covering of nerves), causing inflammation in the brain, optic nerve, or spinal cord. Our neurologists and radiologists are experts in approaches to treat and prevent attacks. Clinical trials are also underway at Mayo Clinic to identify effective treatments.
The MOGAD Clinic also provides comprehensive approaches to manage symptoms like vision loss, muscle weakness, stiffness or paralysis, bowel or bladder problems, confusion, seizures, and headaches. Treatments include oral corticosteroids, urology procedures, injections to control spasticity, plasma exchange, high-dose intravenous steroids, IV immunoglobulin (also called IVIg), occupational therapy, and physical therapy.
Our team-based, personalized approach.
We bring together all the specialists you may need to provide a personalized plan of care in a timely way. Your team may include specialists in neurology, neuroimmunology, neuro-ophthalmology, physical medicine and rehabilitation, urology, neuropsychology, neuroradiology, pain medicine, laboratory medicine and pathology. If you like, we can send a full report to your primary care professional or other referring healthcare professional.
Expertise and rankings.
In 2017, Mayo Clinic was the first to develop a MOG antibody test in the United States. Mayo Clinic physician-researchers identified the symptoms and MRI aspects that can help doctors recognize MOGAD and distinguish it from other diseases. They have published numerous research studies on MOGAD and were part of the international group that established the diagnostic criteria in 2023.
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