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Opinion|Videos|November 12, 2024

New Data from AANEM 2024 in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

Author(s)Nicholas J. Silvestri, MD, FAAN, Ali Habib, MD, Neelam Goyal, MD

Key Takeaways

Gene therapy advancements for inherited neuromuscular disorders were a significant focus, highlighting potential transformative impacts on treatment paradigms.
Novel pharmacological interventions targeting specific molecular pathways showed promise, indicating a shift towards more targeted therapeutic approaches.
Biomarkers for early diagnosis and personalized treatment strategies were emphasized, underscoring their role in enhancing precision medicine.
Innovative rehabilitation techniques and technologies were discussed, highlighting their potential to improve patient outcomes in neuromuscular disease management.

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Panelists discuss how recent data presented at the 2024 American Association of Neuromuscular and Electrodiagnostic Medicine (AANEM) conference may impact clinical practice for myasthenia gravis, highlighting emerging treatments they find particularly promising for future management of the condition.

Episodes in this series

EP. 1 Generalized Myasthenia Gravis Presentation and Diagnosis

EP. 1 Generalized Myasthenia Gravis Presentation and Diagnosis

EP. 2 Generalized Myasthenia Gravis Classification and Treatment Strategy

EP. 2 Generalized Myasthenia Gravis Classification and Treatment Strategy

EP. 3 Pathophysiology and Standard of Care in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 3 Pathophysiology and Standard of Care in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 4 Outcome Measures in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 4 Outcome Measures in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 5 Complement Inhibitors for Treatment of Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 5 Complement Inhibitors for Treatment of Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 6 Neonatal Fc Receptors in Treatment of Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 6 Neonatal Fc Receptors in Treatment of Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 7 Factors Guiding Treatment Selection in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 7 Factors Guiding Treatment Selection in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 8 Combination Therapy in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis and Treatment of Newly Diagnosed Patients

EP. 8 Combination Therapy in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis and Treatment of Newly Diagnosed Patients

EP. 9 Nipocalimab and FcRn Inhibitors in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 9 Nipocalimab and FcRn Inhibitors in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 10 Dosing Regimens and Treatment Efficacy of FcRn Inhibitors in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 10 Dosing Regimens and Treatment Efficacy of FcRn Inhibitors in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 11 Use of Targeted Agents in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 11 Use of Targeted Agents in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 12 Management of Generalized Myasthenia Gravis in Pediatric Patients

EP. 12 Management of Generalized Myasthenia Gravis in Pediatric Patients

EP. 13 Unmet Needs in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 13 Unmet Needs in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 14 Generalized Myasthenia Gravis Pipeline

EP. 14 Generalized Myasthenia Gravis Pipeline

EP. 15 New Data from AANEM 2024 in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 15 New Data from AANEM 2024 in Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 16 Clinical Pearls for Management of Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

EP. 16 Clinical Pearls for Management of Generalized Myasthenia Gravis

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Please share other interesting/practice-impacting data that were presented at AANEM 2024.
- What other emerging treatments are you excited about?

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