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The paper presents classes of linear and nonlinear stochastic differential equations which are relevant for the theory of measurements continuous in time in quantum mechanics. This powerful theory relies upon the notion of instrument and positive operator valued measure and allows the description of a measurement process lasting a finite time. The paper gives a rich bibliography and stresses open problems in the field. In particular the nonlinear stochastic equation satisfied by a posteriori states is given, together with conditions assuring that pure states are preserved in the time evolution and mixed states are mapped into pure ones for long times. The problem of existence and uniqueness of an invariant measure for a class of these stochastic differential equations is considered, also with the aid of physical examples. For the entire collection see [Zbl 0986.00012].