What is the prognosis of optic neuritis? How often does it lead to multiple sclerosis?
Article comments
Postprint:
Sanders S, Del Mar C, Purdy S, Spinks A, Tait L, McAvoy B. Evidence in practice - number 8. What is the prognosis of optic neuritis? How often does it lead to multiple sclerosis? Br J Gen Pract 2005; 55: 972-3.
Copyright BRITISH JOURNAL OF GENERAL PRACTICE
Access BJGP online via Royal College of General Practitioners
Abstract
This rapid review of the literature tried to answer the question of the prognosis of optic neuritis leading to multiple sclerosis (MS). The risk of developing MS after a single episode of optic neuritis ranged from 13% to 58%.
Suggested Citation
Sharon Sanders, Chris Del Mar, Sarah Purdy, Annelise Spinks, Lisa Tait, and Brian McAvoy. "What is the prognosis of optic neuritis? How often does it lead to multiple sclerosis?" Health Sciences & Medicine papers (2005).
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/chris_del_mar/9