CDIP/Guillium Barre -- IVIG Therapy vs Plasmapheresus

Posted By MLR on February 28, 1998 at 15:28:57:









My mother has CDIP (among several other auto immune disorders) - We are investigating intervention options. Can you refer us to a source or studies that compare and contrast the benefits of plasmapherisus (SP) vs. IVIG therapy? Also, can you tell us what the effects or contraindications of IVIG therapy are related to the kidneys. My mother only has one kidney. Additionally, my mother has had two boughts with septicimia from a central line -- what are the risk factors and the likelihood of a reoccurance of sepsis when receiving plasmapheresus? We have had a difficult time finding answers to these questions. Thank you for your assistance.