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Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy: Update on Diagnosis and Treatment.

2026-09-03, Journal of clinical neuromuscular disease (10.1097/CND.0000000000000570)
Jin Jun Luo, and Xiaohong Si (?)
Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) is an acquired immune-mediated neuropathy characterized by progressive or relapsing weakness and sensory loss because of demyelination of peripheral nerves. CIDP has a higher prevalence in men and older adults. Immunopathogenesis involves both cellular and humoral mechanisms, including autoreactive T cells and macrophage-mediated demyelination. Typical CIDP presents with symmetric sensorimotor deficits, whereas atypical variants such as distal acquired demyelinating symmetric neuropathy, Lewis-Sumner syndrome, and motor- or sensory-predominant forms pose diagnostic challenges. Corticosteroids, intravenous immunoglobulin, and plasma exchange remain first-line treatments, although antibody-mediated subtypes often respond better to B-cell-directed therapy. The newly FDA-approved FcRn antagonist, efgartigimod alfa, provides a targeted option for adults with refractory CIDP. Accurate recognition of atypical and antibody-associated forms is essential for optimizing individualized management and improving outcomes.
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