Навигация изменения парадигмы в лечении болезней CNS в странах со средним уровнем дохода.
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Chew Elaine, Rotstein Dalia L, Viswanathan Shanthi
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Navigating a paradigm shift in the treatment of CNS demyelinating diseases in a middle-income country.
Introduction The treatment landscape for Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder (NMOSD), and Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody Disease (MOGAD), has evolved significantly with the introduction of high-efficacy therapies (HET). However, prescribing trends remain understudied particularly in regions where resource constraints and access disparities influence treatment decisions. This study aims to provide insight into the prescribing practices of neurologists in Malaysia, identify factors influencing treatment selection, and examine barriers to accessing HET. Methods A cross-sectional survey was conducted among neurologists managing MS, NMOSD, and MOGAD in Malaysia. The questionnaire assessed prescribing practices, guideline adherence, and factors influencing treatment selection. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data. Results Among the 127 neurologists invited, 85 (66.9 %) completed the survey. A majority (76.5 %) practiced in government hospitals, with an average clinical experience of 9 years. Notably, 98.8 % were not clinical neuroimmunology specialists. Interferon beta-1a (78.8 %) was the most commonly prescribed DMT (disease-modifying therapy) for MS, while azathioprine was the most frequently used immunosuppressive agent for NMOSD (90.6 %) and MOGAD (78.8 %). B-cell depleting agents were used across all three conditions but were limited by cost and accessibility. Key factors influencing treatment decisions included medication efficacy (71.6 %), affordability (96.3 %), and side effect profiles (65.4 %). Conclusions While efficacy is a critical consideration in the treatment of CNS demyelinating diseases, prescribing practices in Malaysia remain limited by financial and systemic barriers. Overcoming these challenges through policy reforms, expanded access to medications-such as biosimilars-and specialist training is essential to improve patient care.