Shanthi Viswanathan, Lavanya Vijayasingham, Joanna Laurson-Doube, Amy M L Quek, Kevin Tan, Tianrong Yeo, Mya Mya Aye Seinn, Ohnmar Ohnmar, Riwanti Estiasari, Norazieda Yassin, Fu Liong Hiew, Paul M Pasco, Nghia T T Hoang, Saysavath Keosodsay, Sasitorn Siritho, Metha Apiwattanakul, Sina Ros, Brigido Simao Dias de Deus, Rabani Remli, Suhailah Abdullah, Su-Yin Lim
BACKGROUND: Despite the global availability of multiple sclerosis (MS) treatments, accessing and financing them in Southeast Asia (SEA) remains a challenge. This descriptive survey-based study aimed to describe the current state of MS treatment access and local access dynamics within this region. METHODS: The survey questionnaire, comprising of 15 closed-ended and five open-ended questions, was developed by three neurologists with expertise in MS and routine MS patient management, or had training in neuroimmunology...
March 18, 2024: Multiple Sclerosis and related Disorders