Research summaries for autism therapy: intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG)

definition of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG): Medical therapy that uses proteins called immunoglobulins which are important part of the immune system. The specific type of immunoglobulin given to someone varies, depending on the goal of the treatment. Immunoglobulin treatment is used in a wide variety of health conditions. It is normally given by intravenous (I.V.) administration (injected in veins).
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A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Oral Human Immunoglobulin for Gastrointestinal Dysfunction in Children with Autistic Disorder, Summarized Jul 14, 2009

Oral immune therapy does not seem to improve digestive problems in children with autism.... The authors tested whether oral immunoglobulin treatment might calm down the immune system in the gut and improve symptoms of autism. This study was randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled.... Read more...

Improvement in Children with Autism Treated with Intravenous Gamma Globulin, Summarized Nov 22, 2006

Monthly treatment with intravenous gamma globulin (IVIG) may improve hyperactivity, inappropriate speech, irritability, lethargy, and stereotypy in children with autism. This open retrospective study included 27 children with autism, who had failed to show improvement with dietary elimination of dairy and gluten, vitamin and mineral supplementation, and behavioral educational therapies. Previous studies have suggested that children with autism may have immunological disorders. The group of children in this study had many signs of an overly strong immune response including a high level of antibodies to myelin basic protein, thyroid, and DNA.... Read more...

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Synonyms for intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) include: immunoglobulin treatment, intravenous gamma globulin, intravenous immunoglobulin, IVIG
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