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Multiple Sclerosis
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How do we personalize treatment of multiple sclerosis in the light of recent advances?
CME ACCREDITED Prof. Chris Constantinescu, Prof. Aksel Siva, Prof. Xavier Montalban Watch Time: 36 mins

Watch leading experts involved in the care of patients with multiple sclerosis discuss how recent advances in understanding of MS pathophysiology may drive treatment choices, now and in the future.

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Learning Objectives
  • Recall the disease mechanisms contributing to the progression of MS
  • Interpret the role of induction therapy in real-world clinical practice
  • Recognize the importance of BTK as a potential future treatment target in MS
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Parkinson's Disease
WBD 2020: EAN Interview with Joke Jaarsma, Joe Condon and Veerle Aertsen

Video produced by and shared with kind authorisation of the European Academy of Neurology (EAN). On this World Brain Day, the European Federation of Neurological Associations (EFNA) president Joke Jaarsma is interviewing two patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) on their views to improve clinical care in PD. Veerle Aertsen, vice-president of RaDiOrg, the Belgian Rare Diseases Organisation, […]

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Parkinson's Disease
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From ‘OFF’ to ‘ON’ – Treating ‘OFF’ episodes in Parkinson’s disease
Prof. Werner Poewe, Prof. Warren Olanow, Prof. Oliver Rascol, Prof. Fabrizio Stocchi Watch Time: 45 mins

Watch leading experts give their expert perspectives on the the management and treatment of ‘OFF’ episodes in Parkinson’s disease and watch a symposium highlights video recorded at the 14th International Conference on Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s Diease (AD/PD in March 2019.

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Learning Objectives
  • Recognize ‘OFF’ episodes in Parkinson’s disease, including identifying motor and non-motor symptoms, predictors of ‘OFF’, and types of ‘OFF’
  • Understand the pathophysiology and potential causes of ‘OFF’ episodes in patients with Parkinson’s disease
  • Appreciate the negative impact of ‘OFF’ episodes on patient quality of life
  • Identify current pharmacological and device-based approaches to the treatment of ‘OFF’ episodes in Parkinson’s disease
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Neuropathic Pain
Radial Neuropathy Following Surgical Procedures Conducted Under General Anesthesia —A Single-center Cross-sectional Study
Nasser Malekpour Alamdari, Sara Besharat, Maryam Abbasi, Parima Safe

US Neurology. 2020;16(1):61–5 DOI: https://doi.org/10.17925/USN.2020.16.1.61

Proper intraoperative positioning is a simple, yet crucial, component of a successful operation. During each surgical procedure, a position should be employed, which not only meets the surgeon’s requirements, but also has the fewest disadvantages for the patient. Peripheral neuropathies, such as those affecting the ulnar nerve, brachial plexus, lumbosacral roots, and radial nerve are […]

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Multiple Sclerosis
CME ACCREDITED
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How do we personalize treatment of multiple sclerosis in the light of recent advances?
Prof. Chris Constantinescu, Prof. Aksel Siva, Prof. Xavier Montalban Watch Time: 36 mins

Watch leading experts involved in the care of patients with multiple sclerosis discuss how recent advances in understanding of MS pathophysiology may drive treatment choices, now and in the future.

Learning objectives
Learning Objectives
  • Recall the disease mechanisms contributing to the progression of MS
  • Interpret the role of induction therapy in real-world clinical practice
  • Recognize the importance of BTK as a potential future treatment target in MS
Neuromuscular Diseases
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Presentation, diagnosis and management of SMA: Multidisciplinary perspectives
Dr Nancy Kuntz, Dr Eduardo Tizzano, Dr Oscar Henry Mayer Watch Time: 36 mins

Watch leading experts discuss the diagnosis and management of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), including causes of diagnostic delay, emerging treatment approaches and the crucial role of the multidisciplinary team in the management of this disease.

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Learning Objectives
  • Identify patients at risk of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) through genetic screening and recognize early symptoms in the disease course
  • Describe key trial and registry data (including antisense oligonucleotide and gene therapy) supporting improved treatment practice and outcomes in SMA patients
  • Discuss roles within the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and impact of a standardized treatment approach across the MDT including utilization of guidelines and treatment innovations for SMA patients in clinical practic

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    Parkinson's Disease
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    From ‘OFF’ to ‘ON’ – Treating ‘OFF’ episodes in Parkinson’s disease
    Prof. Werner Poewe, Prof. Warren Olanow, Prof. Oliver Rascol, Prof. Fabrizio Stocchi Watch Time: 45 mins

    Watch leading experts give their expert perspectives on the the management and treatment of ‘OFF’ episodes in Parkinson’s disease and watch a symposium highlights video recorded at the 14th International Conference on Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s Diease (AD/PD in March 2019.

    Learning objectives
    Learning Objectives
    • Recognize ‘OFF’ episodes in Parkinson’s disease, including identifying motor and non-motor symptoms, predictors of ‘OFF’, and types of ‘OFF’
    • Understand the pathophysiology and potential causes of ‘OFF’ episodes in patients with Parkinson’s disease
    • Appreciate the negative impact of ‘OFF’ episodes on patient quality of life
    • Identify current pharmacological and device-based approaches to the treatment of ‘OFF’ episodes in Parkinson’s disease
    Multiple Sclerosis
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    Vitamin D deficiency in multiple sclerosis
    Bruce Taylor, Harold Moses, Friedemann Paul, Gustavo Suarez, Mark Rametta Watch Time: 20 mins

    An article based on the review “Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis – Relationship between Vitamin D and Interferon beta-1b” by Bruce Taylor, Harold Moses, Friedemann Paul, Gustavo Suarez and Mark Rametta, which was published in the journal, the European Neurological Review, in 2015.

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    COVID-19
    Neurological Aspects of the COVID-19 Pandemic
    Alexandra Zirra, Cris S Constantinescu

    European Neurological Review. 2020;15(1):Online ahead of journal publication

    In the past 4 months, a novel coronavirus originating in Wuhan, China, SARS-CoV-2 (severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2), has affected more than 200 countries. As of mid-June 2020, there are over 7 million confirmed cases and more than 425,888 deaths worldwide caused by the novel coronavirus, although the numbers are likely to be higher […]

    Stroke
    Patent Foramen Ovale Closure—Addressing the Unmet Need for Reducing the Risk of Ischemic Stroke
    Hans-Christoph Diener, Bert Albers, Richard W Smalling

    US Neurology. 2020;16(1):54–60 DOI: https://doi.org/10.17925/USN.2020.16.1.54

    Globally, a high proportion (around 25%) of transient ischemic attacks (TIAs) and ischemic strokes are cryptogenic.1,2 The Trial of ORG 10172 in Acute Stroke Treatment (TOAST) classification defines a cryptogenic stroke as a brain infarction that is not caused by definite cardioembolism, large artery atherosclerosis, or small artery disease, despite extensive investigations.3 The “ASCOD” classification defines strokes […]

    Neuromuscular Diseases
    Porphyria-induced Recurrent Quadriplegia Misdiagnosed as Guillain–Barré Syndrome
    Nazila Rad, Said R Beydoun

    US Neurology. 2020;16(1):66–9 DOI: https://doi.org/10.17925/USN.2020.16.1.66

    Acute hepatic porphyrias are inherited metabolic disorders resulting from a specific enzyme defect in the heme biosynthetic pathway. Acute intermittent porphyria is the most common type and has the most severe presentation.1 Acute episodes can be triggered by surgery, certain drugs, pregnancy, menstruation, infection, or fasting.1 Guillain–Barré syndrome is characterized by rapidly evolving ascending weakness, mild […]

    Neuropathic Pain
    Radial Neuropathy Following Surgical Procedures Conducted Under General Anesthesia —A Single-center Cross-sectional Study
    Nasser Malekpour Alamdari, Sara Besharat, Maryam Abbasi, Parima Safe

    US Neurology. 2020;16(1):61–5 DOI: https://doi.org/10.17925/USN.2020.16.1.61

    Proper intraoperative positioning is a simple, yet crucial, component of a successful operation. During each surgical procedure, a position should be employed, which not only meets the surgeon’s requirements, but also has the fewest disadvantages for the patient. Peripheral neuropathies, such as those affecting the ulnar nerve, brachial plexus, lumbosacral roots, and radial nerve are […]

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