Parkinson Disease

Results from the phase 3 TEMPO-2 trial, an additional study assessing tavapadon as a flexible-dose monotherapy, are expected by the end of this year.

The agency’s letter of support for using the α-synuclein seed amplification assay biomarker was supported by data observed in the Parkinson's Progression Markers Initiative cohort study.

Ashwini 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.

Stuart Isaacson, MD, Rajesh Pahwa, MD, and Jennifer Goldman, MD discuss optimizing PD treatment with levodopa and adjunct therapies, addressing patient and pharmacologic challenges, coordinating care, and anticipating the impact of emerging therapies and upcoming Medicare Part D changes.

Phase 1b trials involving patients with Parkinson are planned for late 2024, with data expected by mid-2025.

The panelists provided clinical insight on the utilization of IPX203, its potential benefits and clinical implications, as well as the practicalities of transitioning patients from other therapies.

The panelists discussed the safety profile of IPX203, considering challenges with transitioning, dosing strategies, and monitoring and adjusting patients’ individual dosage.

Dr. Hauser and Dr. Fernandez provided insight on the body of supportive evidence for IPX203, the notable takeaways from RISE-PD, and the long-term benefits observed from treated patients.

IPX203 combines immediate and extended-release levodopa, utilizing advanced delivery technology to optimize absorption and prolong therapeutic effects in patients with Parkinson disease.

Medtronic's asleep DBS approval could expand treatment options for patients unable to tolerate awake surgery, enhancing access to deep brain stimulation therapy.

In this opening segment, Hauser and Fernandez discussed the FDA approval of IPX203, a new long-acting levodopa formulation for Parkinson disease, highlighting its significance in improving treatment options and patient compliance.

Marketed as Crexont, the combination extended- and immediate-release treatment is indicated for treatment of PD, and is anticipated to be available in the United States in September 2024.

Michael Soileau, MD, FAAN, talked about a panel of specialists who discussed the evolution and multidisciplinary treatment of Parkinson disease, emphasizing patient-centered care and advanced therapeutic options.

Anvi Gadani, MD, assistant clinical professor of medicine at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital, discussed surgical and device-guided therapies for managing advanced Parkinson disease and essential tremor.

The director of movement disorders at the Banner Sun Health Research Institute talked about recent, promising advancements for diagnosing atypical Parkinsonian disorders and the questions that remain.

Steve Hoffmann, MS, and Alessio Travaglia, PhD, provide commentary on a recently launched public-private partnership aimed at identifying biomarkers to better differentiate Parkinson disease from other related neurodegenerative disorders.

Patricia Clark, CNP, a nurse practitioner at the Cleveland Clinic, talked about a specialized program for hospitalized patients with Parkinson disease that aligns hospital protocols with home medication regimens to improve care.

The investigational therapy, which targets neurodegeneration, has shown promise in phase 2 and 3 studies of Alzheimer disease and Parkinson disease, with additional studies on the way.

The neurologist and director of movement disorder neurology at the Marcus Neuroscience Institute discussed how the Syn-One test utilizes alpha-synuclein and what this biomarker adds to the diagnosis of Parkinson disease. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]

Secondary symptoms of PD can be as debilitating as the primary motor symptoms, often leading to increased disability, reduced independence, and a higher burden on caregivers.

The executive director of the Association of Movement Disorder Advanced Practice Providers talked about a recent survey highlighting why patients with movement disorders may withhold critical health information from their providers.

Most treatment-emergent adverse events for patients on UB-312 were mild or moderate, and comparable to placebo.

The executive director of the Association of Movement Disorder Advanced Practice Providers discussed how effective patient care in movement disorders can lead to better management and treatment outcomes. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]

The nurse practitioner at the Cleveland Clinic talked about findings from a recent study focused on enhancing medication management and education for patients with Parkinson disease. [WATCH TIME: 5 minutes]