A new approach to late onset myasthenia gravis.

We have demonstrated that thymectomy alone can improve many patients with myasthenia gravis, including those with the late onset form of the disorder. A key advantage to this approach is that it avoids the necessity of concurrent medication. While a drug-free approach has advantages for any patient, it is particularly well suited for those over the age of 55. Based on the results of our study, we believe that early, total thymectomy is the preferred treatment for patients with myasthenia gravis.