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. 2012 Jun;147(3):269-76.

Rituximab for autoimmune blistering diseases: recent studies, new insights

L Lunardon  1 , A S Payne
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Rituximab for autoimmune blistering diseases: recent studies, new insights

L Lunardon et al. G Ital Dermatol Venereol. 2012 Jun.

Abstract

Rituximab, an anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody, has been successfully used off-label for treatment of autoimmune blistering diseases. We discuss rituximab mechanisms of action, host factors that may affect response to rituximab, and the efficacy and safety of rituximab in autoimmune blistering diseases, incorporating recent data on the use of rituximab in other autoimmune disease patients.

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The authors declare no conflict of interest.

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Summary of B cell development. B cell subsets targeted by rituximab are highlighted in red text.
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