Immunosuppressive Therapy in Aplastic Anemia
摘要
Immunosuppressive therapy (IST) has been transformative in the management of aplastic anemia (AA) that is immune-mediated, especially for patients who are ineligible for hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. This manuscript offers a detailed account of IST, covering its historical development, immunological underpinnings, clinical administration and outcomes from both Indian and global cohorts. Evidence indicates that the combination of cyclosporine A (CsA) and anti-thymocyte globulin (ATG), with the addition of thrombopoietin receptor agonist (TPO RA)- eltrombopag (EPAG), yields overall response rates between 60 and 90%. Indian data reveal comparable efficacy to international experience, albeit with unique challenges related to access and long-term monitoring. Ongoing research is focused on novel immunosuppressants, risk stratification using molecular markers, and preventing relapses or clonal evolution.