MS and Demyelinating Disorders

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Long-term data from a phase 2 study extension suggest that frexalimab, a CD40L inhibitor, maintains disease control and is well-tolerated in relapsing multiple sclerosis, reinforcing its potential as a next-generation treatment.

Take 5 minutes to catch up on NeurologyLive®'s highlights from the week ending April 4, 2025.

The company's phase 3 MUSETTE trial reported that an increased ocrelizumab dose did not further slow disability progression but reinforced the efficacy of the approved 600 mg dose.

In this final episode, neurologists discuss the role of advanced imaging, like OCT, in diagnosing and managing MS, emphasizing the need for further research to optimize its clinical application. [WATCH TIME: 2 minutes]

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A pair of neurologists provide clinical insight on the difficulties with identifying and differentiating optic neuritis in various autoimmune conditions like multiple sclerosis and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

In this third episode, experts delve into the evolving role of optic neuritis and the central vein sign in refining multiple sclerosis diagnosis, highlighting their significance in distinguishing MS from other conditions and ensuring accurate patient care. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]

Take 5 minutes to catch up on NeurologyLive®'s highlights from the week ending March 28, 2025.

Panelists explore the impact of including optic nerve involvement in the diagnostic criteria for multiple sclerosis, highlighting how this revision leads to more definitive diagnoses and earlier initiation of treatment for patients at high risk. [WATCH TIME: 2 minutes]

In this panel discussion, clinicians dive into the crucial role of neuro-ophthalmologists in diagnosing and managing visual symptoms in patients with multiple sclerosis. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]

Tolebrutinib's potential approval as the first brain-penetrant BTK inhibitor for non-relapsing secondary progressive MS and to slow disability accumulation independent of relapse activity could represent a paradigm shift in treating disability driven by smoldering neuroinflammation.

The assistant professor in the department of neurology at Mount Sinai discussed distinguishing cognitive impairment in MS from AD emphasizing orientation as a key differentiator. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]

The professor of neurology at University of Colorado School of Medicine talked about the challenges of telehealth and device-based data collection in clinical practice. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

Despite advancements in NMOSD treatments, the founder and executive director of the Sumaira Foundation discussed how misdiagnosis, delayed diagnosis, and disparities in care remain significant challenges. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

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The professor of neurological sciences at the University of Vermont discussed the work of the MS Differential Diagnosis Consortium, highlighting efforts to refine MS differential diagnosis and improve clinical accuracy. [WATCH TIME: 8 minutes]

The medical director of the Barlo Multiple Sclerosis Program at St Michaels Hospital discussed findings from phase 3 trials suggesting that baseline PRLs can predict disability accumulation and may serve as biomarkers for treatment response to tolebrutinib. [WATCH TIME: 6 minutes]

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Daniel Ontaneda, MD, PhD, an associate professor of neurology at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, gave thoughts and perspectives on some of the emerging, promising advances in multiple sclerosis care expected to come to fruition in 2025.

Treatment strategies varied across cases, incorporating therapies like prednisolone, rituximab, and azathioprine, with overall positive outcomes and symptom improvement.

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Catch up on any of the neurology news headlines you may have missed over the course of February 2025, compiled all into one place by the NeurologyLive® team.

A post-hoc analysis of patients from the CHAMPION-NMOSD trial revealed that the majority received their initial meningococcal vaccination within 6-months of their last rituximab dose.

A late-breaking study presented at the 2025 ACTRIMS Forum reported that a modified Atkins diet reduced inflammation and altered immune cell metabolism in multiple sclerosis.