Early IVIg may boost myositis recovery
NCT ID NCT05832034
First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 13 times
Summary
This study tests whether adding intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) to standard steroid treatment early in myositis helps patients improve faster. It includes 44 adults with recent-onset myositis (less than 12 months). Participants receive either IVIg or a placebo alongside steroids, and improvement is measured after 12 weeks.
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Locations
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Department of Neurology, Amsterdam UMC, location AMC
Amsterdam, North Holland, 1105 AZ, Netherlands
What this could mean
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Active substance
Immune Globulin Intravenous (Human) (IVIg)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could mean a faster, more effective way to control myositis early, potentially preventing long-term disability.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial (44 participants). The benefit may be modest, and IVIg can cause side effects like headaches or allergic reactions.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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