Monographic Research·Rare Neurological Diseases
Research progress on the etiology and diagnosis and treatment of anti NMDAR encephalitis
Xu Zhenhong, Ling Xin, Duan Xiaomei, Tang Beisha
Published 2024-07-20
Cite as J Chin Physician, 2024, 26(7): 990-994. DOI: 10.3760/cma.j.cn431274-20240419-00672
Abstract
Anti N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor (NMDAR) encephalitis is a rare autoimmune encephalitis, and its diverse etiology and clinical manifestations have attracted attention. However, the etiology and pathogenesis of anti NMDAR encephalitis are not yet fully understood, and its diagnosis and treatment still have certain limitations. This review mainly explores the environmental genetic factors that drive the occurrence of diseases and the biological indicators that are beneficial for diagnosis. It also elaborates on the current immune regulation and emerging treatment pathways, points out potential targeted interventions, and looks forward to the challenges and future development directions they face.
Key words:
Anti-N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor encephalitis; Biomarkers
Contributor Information
Xu Zhenhong
Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Multi-Omics Research Center for Brain Disorders, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China
Clinical Research Center For Immune-Related Encephalopathy in Hunan Province, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421000, China
Ling Xin
Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Multi-Omics Research Center for Brain Disorders, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China
Clinical Research Center For Immune-Related Encephalopathy in Hunan Province, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421000, China
Duan Xiaomei
Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Multi-Omics Research Center for Brain Disorders, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China
Clinical Research Center For Immune-Related Encephalopathy in Hunan Province, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421000, China
Tang Beisha
Department of Neurology, The First Affiliated Hospital, Multi-Omics Research Center for Brain Disorders, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China
Clinical Research Center For Immune-Related Encephalopathy in Hunan Province, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421000, China
Department of Neurology, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University
National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders (Xiangya Hospital), Changsha 410008, China