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Methods and reagents for the treatment of multiple sclerosis

US6890526B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 17, 2003
Grant dateMay 10, 2005
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Expiry dateApr 17, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N2800/285
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention features methods and reagents for the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of multiple sclerosis. The invention is based in part on the discovery that Chlamydia is present in patients with multiple sclerosis, and that anti-chlamydial agents improve or sustain neurological function in these patients.

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