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Table 6 Changes reported by caregivers after the start of the pabinafusp alfa trial

From: Analysis of caregiver perspectives on patients with mucopolysaccharidosis II treated with pabinafusp alfa: results of qualitative interviews in Japan

Symptom domains

Specific sub-domain concepts (if applicable)

Developmental/neurological

Improved (n = 5): speaking/language skills (n = 4, two probed), concentration (n = 3, one probed), facial expressions (n = 2), self-control (n = 2, probed), eye contact, proactivity, mental clarity, quicker understanding of concepts (n = 1 each)

Worsened (n = 1): gradual decline in cognition and concentration (n = 1), self-control (n = 1, probed)

Motor functioning/mobility

Improved: ability to walk (n = 3, one probed)

Worsened (n = 2): difficulty moving around (n = 2), balance issues, movement ability regressed but variable (n = 1 each, same participant)

Musculoskeletal/somatic/ organ involvement

Improved (n = 3): tongue size (n = 2), putting on additional muscle, previously enlarged organs decreasing in size, no progression in organ, heart condition, stools (n = 1 each)

Worsened (n = 1): back issues, chest catching/locking up (n = 1 each, same participant)

Joint/hand function

Improved (n = 3): flexibility (n = 2, one probed), less stiffness/softer muscles, joints improved with rehab/massage (n = 1 each)

Worsened: hand/wrist stiffness (n = 1)

Fatigue

Improved: fatigue (n = 1)

Worsened: fatigue (n = 2)

Others

Improved: ear infections/illness frequency (n = 2), sleeping patterns (n = 2, 1 probed)

Worsened: difficulty swallowing, seizures (n = 1 each, same participant)