Pathogenesis of myasthenia gravis: update on disease types, models, and mechanisms [version 1; referees: 2 approved]

Pathogenesis of myasthenia gravis: update on disease types, models, and mechanisms [version 1; referees: 2 approved]

Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune disease of the neuromuscular junction (NMJ) caused by antibodies that attack components of the postsynaptic membrane, impair neuromuscular transmission, and lead to weakness and fatigue of skeletal muscle. This can be generalised or localised to certain muscle grou...

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Main Authors: William D. Phillips, Angela Vincent
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: F1000 Research Ltd 2016-06-01
Series:F1000Research
Subjects:
Autoimmunity
Genetics of the Immune System
Leukocyte Signaling & Gene Expression
Motor Systems
Neurobiology of Disease & Regeneration
Neuromuscular Diseases
Neuronal Signaling Mechanisms
Online Access:http://f1000research.com/articles/5-1513/v1

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