Panelists discuss how variable number tandem repeats (VNTR) 3/2 polymorphisms in the FCGRT gene may affect FcRn levels, immunoglobulin G (IgG) half-life, and the effectiveness of intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) therapy in chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP), highlighting early real-world evidence suggesting that genetic testing could help personalize treatment strategies to optimize outcomes for patients based on their specific genotypes.
Panelists discuss how biomarkers, such as neurofilament light chain (NfL), autoantibodies, and inflammatory markers, have potential in enhancing chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) diagnosis and treatment monitoring, but emphasize that their use remains experimental, and a comprehensive approach integrating clinical assessments and electrophysiological findings is essential for optimal patient care.
The vice president and franchise lead of Autoimmune at Hansa Biopharma discussed the rapid, antibody-cleaving mechanism of imlifidase and its potential to address unmet needs in Guillain-Barré syndrome. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
The neurologist at the Hospital de la Santa Creu, in Barcelona, Spain, outlined the goals and significance of the VITALIZE and MOBILIZE phase 3 trials evaluating riliprubart in standard-of-care and treatment-refractory CIDP populations. [WATCH TIME: 3 minutes]
Panelists discuss how continuous subcutaneous infusion systems should be strategically positioned within Parkinson disease management, typically as options for patients with advanced disease experiencing motor fluctuations despite optimized oral therapy.
An expert discusses strategies to lower the age of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) diagnosis, emphasizing the importance of universal newborn screening with the testing of creatine kinase (CK) levels, clinician recognition of motor red flags such as the Gower sign, early neurology referrals, and incorporating CK level testing in cognitive delay evaluations to enable timely therapeutic intervention and improve long-term outcomes.
An expert discusses the typical presentation and diagnosis of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) around ages 5 to 6, highlighting early signs such as motor delays, Gower sign, and developmental concerns, while emphasizing the importance of newborn screening, clinician awareness, and developmental monitoring to enable earlier intervention and improved outcomes.
The chair of the Women’s Sleep Health Task Force at the American Academy of Sleep Medicine talked about how hormonal changes across a woman’s lifespan influence the prevalence of sleep disorders. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
Panelists discuss how the newly FDA-approved continuous subcutaneous levodopa infusion system (foscarbidopa/foslevodopa) offers another advanced treatment option, exploring the ideal candidates for these continuous infusion therapies based on disease characteristics, previous treatment responses, and patient preferences.
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]
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]
Panelists discuss how emerging therapeutic targets, including amyloid-beta plaques, tau protein aggregation, inflammation modulation, and mitochondrial dysfunction, offer promising approaches for disease-modifying treatments in early Alzheimer disease.
Panelists discuss how recent advances in Alzheimer disease, including amyloid-targeting therapies like lecanemab and donanemab, along with the growing role of blood-based biomarkers for early diagnosis and monitoring, are transforming treatment paradigms, enabling disease modification and personalized care while improving accessibility and reducing barriers to diagnosis.
Panelists discuss how the TRAILBLAZER-ALZ-2 trial demonstrates that donanemab significantly reduces amyloid plaques and slows cognitive and functional decline in early Alzheimer disease, with a manageable safety profile and the potential for faster plaque removal compared to other amyloid-targeting therapies.
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]
Neurology News Network. for the week ending May 10, 2025. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
A panelist discusses how long-term success in treating chronic insomnia depends on patient adherence, realistic expectations, and a strong therapeutic relationship that supports consistent behavioral changes and ongoing treatment adjustments.
A panelist discusses how effective management of chronic insomnia requires a multifactorial, individualized approach that combines thorough patient evaluation with both behavioral strategies and targeted pharmacologic treatments.
Panelists discuss how continuous subcutaneous apomorphine infusion pump has progressed through the TOLEDO and Infus-ON studies to recently receive FDA approval.
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]
Panelists discuss how ND0612, another subcutaneous infusion of levodopa currently under FDA review, performs in terms of formulation, efficacy, safety, and quality of life based on the phase 3 BouNDless study.
A panelist discusses how REST empowers patients and caregivers to intervene at seizure onset with fast-acting rescue therapies, preventing escalation, reducing emergency care, and improving long-term outcomes and quality of life.
The executive vice president of research at the National MS Society talked about the significance of the Dystel Prize, honoring researchers in MS whose scientific work has led to meaningful diagnostic or therapeutic advancements. [WATCH TIME: 2 minutes]
The professor of neurology and neurosurgery at McGill University discussed the evolution of multiple sclerosis treatment, the need for earlier intervention, and the pressing scientific questions surrounding neuroinflammation. [WATCH TIME: 4 minutes]
Panelists discuss how treatment options for patients with chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) who do not respond to intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) or subcutaneous immunoglobulin (SCIg) include second-line therapies such as plasmapheresis, corticosteroids, immunosuppressive agents, and newer options like efgartigimod, with a focus on a tailored approach to manage refractory cases effectively and improve patient outcomes.
Panelists discuss how evaluating the efficacy of treatment in chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) involves a combination of clinical, functional, and electrophysiological measures, and emphasize the importance of individualizing treatment approaches based on disease subtype, prior therapy response, comorbidities, patient preferences, and ongoing monitoring to optimize patient outcomes.
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]
An expert discusses the critical role of dystrophin in maintaining muscle integrity across multiple systems, explaining how its absence in Duchenne and Becker muscular dystrophy leads to widespread complications—including neurologic, pulmonary, cardiac, gastrointestinal, urinary, and orthopedic issues—driven by chronic muscle damage, inflammation, and fibrosis.
An expert discusses the evolving treatment landscape of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), highlighting advances in gene therapy, exon-skipping agents, and novel corticosteroids that aim to slow disease progression, improve muscle function, and enhance quality of life, while emphasizing the growing role of personalized medicine and early intervention in optimizing long-term outcomes.
Panelists discuss how the recently FDA-approved SPN-830 apomorphine infusion pump demonstrated significant efficacy in reducing off time and improving motor function in the INFUS-ON study, with physicians expressing optimistic views about both the US and European clinical trial results.
