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ea0058oc5.6 | Oral Communications 5 | BSPED2018

Successes and challenges around cohorted introduction of Burosumab in clinical treatment of X-linked hypophosphataemia (XLH)

Tucker Ian , Burren Christine , Barton John , Crampton Rachel

Background: Burosumab (a monoclonal antibody inhibiting elevated FGF23 activity) targets the pathophysiology of XLH better than conventional phosphate and activated Vitamin D and shows encouraging research findings. Whilst marketing authorisation underway, enrolment into a Named Patient Scheme was possible. Delivery of new treatment modalities can present practical challenges. We report our experience of initiating the first UK cohort.Methods: Seven pati...