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Neuromuscular
The NeurologyLive neuromuscular disease clinical focus page offers updates and information related to the clinical care and management of individuals with neuromuscular diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, and spinal muscular atrophy, as well as rare diseases. This page consists of news, podcasts, and videos about the latest FDA actions, clinical guideline updates, interviews with physicians, study and clinical trial findings, and more.
This Week on NeurologyLive — September 20, 2021
September 20, 2021
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Here's what is coming soon to NeurologyLive.
AMX0035 NDA Planned, gammaCore Approved to Treat Paroxysmal Hemicrania, Epilepsy Represents Risk Factor for SUD
September 18, 2021
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Neurology News Network for the week ending September 18, 2021.
NeurologyLive Friday 5 — September 17, 2021
September 17, 2021
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Take 5 minutes to catch up on NeurologyLive's highlights from the week ending September 17, 2021.
Home-Based, Computerized Working Memory Programs Viable for Neurofibromatosis Type 1
September 16, 2021
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Participants in the pilot study saw improvements in short-term memory, attention, and executive functioning.
How APPs and Organizations Can Address the Neurologist Shortage: Jennifer Majersik, MD, MS
September 16, 2021
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The director of the division of vascular neurology at the University of Utah discussed ongoing efforts from the AAN, as well as the potential to integrate advanced practice providers into neurology teams.
Phase 3b Study of Higher-Dose Nusinersen in Patients With SMA Announced
September 15, 2021
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Initiated by Biogen, the study will evaluate the effectiveness of the treatment in patients previously treated with risdiplam (Evrysdi; PTC Therapeutics).
Amylyx Announces Plans to Submit NDA for AMX0035 for ALS
September 15, 2021
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The combination drug of sodium phenylbutyrate–taurursodiol has been shown to functional decline in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis compared with placebo in the phase 2/3 CENTAUR trial.
Boosting Interest in Neurologic Medicine, Fellowships: Jennifer Majersik, MD, MS
September 14, 2021
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The division chief of vascular neurology at the University of Utah discussed the misperceptions surrounding the field of neurology, as well as the importance of increasing fellowship training.
The Shortage of Neurologists’ Effect on Patient Care: Jennifer Majersik, MD, MS
September 13, 2021
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The division chief of vascular neurology at the University of Utah discussed the driving force behind the national shortage of neurologists and its effect on patient care.
This Week on NeurologyLive — September 13, 2021
September 13, 2021
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Here's what is coming soon to NeurologyLive.