Neuromuscular

A newly presented study showed that patients with sarcopenia before starting chemotherapy had a greater likelihood of developing moderate to severe peripheral neurotoxicity.

The neurologist at the Hospital de la Santa Creu, in Barcelona, Spain, provided clinical context on sustained responses and new biomarker findings from exploratory phase 2 data on riliprubart in CIDP. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

Eplontersen showed promise in halting disability progression and improving gait speed in patients with hereditary amyloid polyneuropathy, according to recent study findings.

A recently presented biobank data analysis showed associations between reduced transthyretin and higher incidence of conditions such as Alzheimer disease, cardiovascular disease, and rheumatoid arthritis.

Among patients with severe Guillain-Barré syndrome, imlifidase plus IVIg resulted in improved mobility, strength, and disability scores, with sustained benefit over a 6-month time period.

A recently presented matching-adjusted indirect comparison assessed outcomes of immune globulin subcutaneous (Human)-ifas, 10% solution versus subcutaneous efgartigimod in patients with CIDP.

The president-elect of the Peripheral Nerve Society provided clinical context the mechanism and clinical relevance of riliprubart, a targeted complement inhibitor in development for chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]

Carba1 showed promise in preclinical models as a dual-action agent, protecting against chemotherapy-induced neuropathy while preserving anticancer efficacy and safety.

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Presented at the 2025 PNS Annual Meeting, phase 2 ARDA data showed empasiprubart reduced IVIg retreatment risk and improved grip strength in patients with MMN.

New data from a phase 2 study presented at the 2025 PNS Annual Meeting showed that riliprubart reduced plasma NfL levels in CIDP, with greater reductions linked to stronger functional improvements.

Patients with Guillain-Barré syndrome treated with tanruprubart, formerly known as ANX005, reported significant benefits in mobility, self-care, and usual activity compared with placebo.

Test your neurology knowledge with NeurologyLive®'s weekly quiz series, featuring questions on a variety of clinical and historical neurology topics. This week's topic is on the Peripheral Nerve Society Annual Meeting.

A groundbreaking CRISPR therapy shows promise in treating hereditary ATTR amyloidosis, achieving significant serum TTR reductions and stable patient outcomes.

A pair of committee chairs for the Peripheral Nerve Society’s Annual Meeting shared key sessions and trends clinicians should follow at the upcoming meeting, emphasizing collaboration, trial data, and clinical relevance. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]

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A pair of committee chairs for the Peripheral Nerve Society’s Annual Meeting discussed how this year’s meeting reflects a growing emphasis on therapeutic research and translational progress in peripheral neuropathies. [WATCH TIME: 2 minutes]

Verdiperstat showed no significant impact on ALS progression in a recent trial, highlighting the challenges of developing effective treatments for this disease.

The research portfolio director at the Muscular Dystrophy Association discussed the evolving ALS therapeutic landscape, highlighting advances in genetic and RNA-based interventions. [WATCH TIME: 6 minutes]

Seif Elbualy, MD, discusses his role at the Brain and Spine Symposium and shares insights on the future of interventional pain management, evolving techniques, and pharmaceutical innovation.

Priya Kishnani, MD, division chief of Medical Genetics at Duke University, reflects on Pompe disease’s historical and scientific evolution, from early enzyme therapy to next-generation treatment strategies and newborn screening breakthroughs.

New data from the HELIOS trial shows AMX0035 improves glycemic control and stabilizes symptoms in Wolfram syndrome, paving the way for future studies.

Committee chairs Vincent Timmerman, PhD, MSc, and Kathrin Doppler, MD, provide a preview of the 2025 PNS Annual Meeting, giving clinicians an inside look at what to expect from the upcoming conference.

The chief executive officer and founder at CureDuchenne shared her emotional journey from her son’s diagnosis of Duchenne to embracing a new path focused on advocacy, adaptation, and resilience. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]