FFI-006

Fatal Familial Insomnia (FFI)

Europe 48 years old male Germany Total Cost: 256

Patient Condition

PRNP D178N mutation (129M homozygous), 2 FFI cases in family. Progressive insomnia for 5 months, accompanied by severe depression, weight loss of 10kg, and sexual dysfunction.

Treatment Timeline

PhaseDetailsDate
Symptom control and sleep induction
Immunomodulation and symptomatic treatment
Long-term maintenance and palliative care

Treatment Outcome

beforeTST 60 minutes/24 hours, sleep efficiency 8%, HAMD 28 points, weight loss 10kg
afterTST improved to 135 minutes/24 hours, sleep efficiency increased to 15%, HAMD dropped to 16 points, and mood improved significantly
highlightFluvoxamine significantly improved sleep quality through the 5-HT2A antagonism mechanism. Combined with light therapy and cognitive behavioral intervention, depressive symptoms were significantly relieved.