Late-onset MS is associated with an increased rate of reaching disability milestones

ConclusionThe clinical characteristics and treatment approaches for patients with LOMS differ from their younger counterparts. Following diagnosis, patients with LOMS initially have an increased rate of reaching EDSS score 6; however, the risk of reaching EDSS score 6 at any given age is higher in patients with non-LOMS.
Source: Journal of Neurology - Category: Neurology Source Type: research