Epidemiology of Multiple Sclerosis in the Pediatric Population of Sardinia, Italy

Overview

Journal Eur J Pediatr

Specialty Pediatrics

Date 2015 Jul 10

PMID 26156052

Citations 17

Authors

Silvia DellAvvento

Maria Alessandra Sotgiu

Salvatorica Manca

Giovanni Sotgiu

Stefano Sotgiu

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Abstract

Conclusion: Our pMS data among Sardinians corroborate the epidemiological scenario described in the adult population being the incidence estimates significantly higher than those reported elsewhere.

What Is Known: Sardinia is one of the regions at the highest risk for MS worldwide in the adult population. To date, no definite data exist on the pediatric population.

What Is New: The pediatric MS incidence in Sardinia is estimated to be significantly higher than those reported elsewhere. The pediatric MS prevalence in Sardinia is among the highest values worldwide.

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