Myasthenia Gravis: a critical analysis of diagnostic methods and therapeutic approaches

Abstract

Objective: To understand the diagnostic methods, the forms of therapy used and recommended for the treatment of patients with Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Review bibliographic: Often in clinical practice, the diagnosis of MG is established according to the patient's clinical history, in addition, physical assessment and other specific tests aimed at analyzing neuromuscular function are also necessary. Because it is a chronic disease, the treatment of MG is aimed at minimizing symptoms and improving the patient's quality of life. One of the most used drugs in MG, mainly for symptomatic treatment, are Acetylcholinesterase Inhibitors (AChE). Furthermore, thymectomy is a surgical treatment recommended mainly for patients with thymoma, but it can also be performed in young patients with generalized MG. In patients with life-threatening signs, such as in severe MG and Myasthenic Crisis (MC), other therapies associated with the drugs used to treat MG benefit. Final considerations: Maximizing the therapeutic approaches of Myasthenia Gravis means prolonging the perspective of life, so that myasthenic patients have conditions of comfort and well-being.