Historical Background and Classification of Neuromyelitis Optica

This chapter provides a historical background on neuromyelitis optica and its classification as an independent disease or a subset of demyelinating disorders. It discusses the discovery of the Aquaporin IV protein and antibody, as well as the epidemiology of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder.

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