Anti-GM1 antibodies: the cause of otherwise unexplained ophthalmoplegias?
Although the mechanism and relationship between the neural antibodies and ophthalmoparesis is not understood, it is proposed that the presence of anti-GM1 antibodies should be considered in cases of otherwise unexplained ophthalmoplegia.
About one-third of elderly, autonomous diabetic patients had OH. They had more severe hypertension, with higher SBP, DBP and PP at rest. However, the number of anti-hypertensive drugs did not differ compared to patients without OH. This could reflect the medical teams' fears about intensifying treatment.