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FDA Approves Subcutaneous Formulation of Ocrelizumab for Relapsing and Progresive Multiple Sclerosis
September 13th 2024Approved based on the phase 3 OCARINA II trial, the new subcutaneous formulation offers patients with multiple sclerosis more flexibility to choose treatment options that suit their individual needs.
Gene Therapy RGX-121 Demonstrates Promising Results in Pivotal CAMPSIITE Trial of Hunter Syndrome
September 13th 2024New findings from the CAMPSIITE trial highlight that RGX-121 gene therapy significantly reduces cerebrospinal fluid biomarkers, suggesting its potential as a first treatment for Hunter syndrome.
Patient Dosing Underway for Phase 2 Study of RNA Aptamer BB-031 in Acute Ischemic Stroke
September 12th 2024BB-031 aims to expand the population eligible for acute revascularization therapy by reopening blocked arteries beyond the traditional therapeutic window, potentially increasing eligible AIS patients by nearly 50%.
Significance of Medtronic’s DBS System Approved for Asleep Neurosurgery
September 8th 2024Ashwini Sharan, MD, chief medical officer of Medtronic Neuromodulation, provided commentary on the FDA’s decision to approve asleep deep brain stimulation for the treatment of Parkinson disease and essential tremor.
Promise and Potential Challenges With Gene Therapy in Epilepsy: Imad Najm, MD
September 5th 2024The director of Cleveland Clinic’s Epilepsy Center at the Cleveland Clinic Neurological Institute provided commentary on the future outlook of gene therapies for patients with epilepsy, and some of the knowledge and technical barriers clinicians currently face. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]
NeuroVoices: Crystal Proud, MD, on SMA Awareness Month, Advances in Research and Treatments
September 4th 2024The director of neurology and neuromuscular medicine at the Children’s Hospital of the King’s Daughters in Norfolk, Virginia, provided clinical perspective on some of the improvements in the everyday life and care of patients with spinal muscular atrophy.