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Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Accurately Differentiates Dementias

January 26, 2021

By Victoria Johnson

Researchers developed and trained a random forest classifier that resulted in high precision and accuracy as a screening tool for those with mild cognitive impairment.

More Severe Cognitive, Physical Phenotypes Observed in Progressive Multiple Sclerosis

January 26, 2021

By Victoria Johnson

Researchers sought to redefine dichotomous classifications of MS and identified meaningful classifications.

BREN-02 Wins Orphan Drug Designation for ALS

January 26, 2021

By Marco Meglio

Preclinical studies have shown that the homeoprotein hEN1 is essential for the survival and maintenance of spinal cord alpha motor neurons that innervates muscles throughout the body.

Opportunities for Repurposed Drugs in ALS Clinical Trial Settings

January 26, 2021

By Marco Meglio

Brian Wainger, MD, PhD, assistant professor of neurology and anesthesiology, Harvard Medical School, discussed the recently published phase 2 trial a repurposed epilepsy drug in patients with ALS.

EVT Alone Demonstrates Noninferiority to Combined Intravenous Alteplase Method

January 25, 2021

By Marco Meglio

No significant between-group differences were detected in symptomatic intracerebral hemorrhage or 90-day mortality.

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Episode 27: Short, Sudden, Strange, Similar Spells

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NeuroVoices: Christian Agudelo, MD, on Sleep’s Impact on Cognitive Decline

The Evelyn F. McKnight Neurocognitive Scholar at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine detailed his study on the correlations between sleep and cognitive decline in middle-aged Hispanics.

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The Clinical Potential of the Vercise Genus DBS System

January 25, 2021

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Rafael Carbunaru, PhD, MSc, vice president, research and development, Neuromodulation, Boston Scientific, discussed the system’s recent FDA approval.

FDA Approves Nerivio Migraine Device for Adolescents

January 25, 2021

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After winning FDA approval in October 2020, the new expanded indication includes adolescents aged 12 and older with episodic or chronic migraine.

The Multiple Sclerosis Patient Journey

January 25, 2021

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A diverse panel including an expert neurologist, psychologist, patient, and care partner give their perspectives on various facets of multiple sclerosis.

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Patients With Schizophrenia Spectrum Disorders at Greater Risk for Later Parkinson Disease

January 24, 2021

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Patients with SCD and schizophrenia specifically had increased risk of developing Parkinson disease later in life.

Stanford Children’s Health: A Comprehensive Approach to Care for a Child With a Neurological Condition

January 23, 2021

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Physicians from Stanford Children’s Health offer their keys to successful pediatric neuroscience teams and what to focus on to provide a better quality of life for children.

Olfactory Impairment Can Identify Patients at Risk for Parkinson Disease

January 23, 2021

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Olfactory impairment is indicative of rapid eye movement sleep behavior disorder, a prodromal symptom of Parkinson disease.

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January 22, 2021

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Unique Pathology of Primary Progressive Aphasia Preserves Memory

January 22, 2021

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The asymmetry of mediotemporal atrophy and a lesser impact of APOE4 and TDP-43 on the integrity of memory circuitry may have constituted preservation in primary progressive aphasia.

Future Studies on Cenobamate for Epilepsy: William Rosenfeld, MD

January 22, 2021

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The neurologist from the Comprehensive Epilepsy Care Center for Children and Adults, in St. Louis, Missouri, also discussed future studies planned for cenobamate.