The Link Between Lipid Levels and ALS Risk
Researchers shared their findings on the relationship between metabolic factors, like blood markers of lipid and carbohydrate metabolism, and the risk of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
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PHOMS Associated With Disease Duration in PPMS
This cross-sectional study assessed the frequency of peripapillary hyper-reflective ovoid masslike structures, a novel finding in retinal optical coherencetomography, in patients with early relapsing remitting MS and its link to disease duration in MS subtypes.
Vasoactive Intestinal Polypeptide and Risk for Migraine Attacks
In a randomized, placebo-controlled crossover study, researchers determined the effect of a 2-hour vasoactive intestinal polypeptide infusion on risk for migraine attacks.
Patients With Diabetes and CRAO at Increased Risk of Ocular Neovascularization
Researchers recommend close, monthly monitoring up to 9 months after CRAO.
Migraine History Tied to More Severe Menopause Symptoms
A history of migraine is associated with higher severity of menopause symptoms, according to a study presented.
Pandemic Tied to Fewer Concussion Visits
The COVID-19 pandemic was associated with a decrease of sports-related concussions, but patients with concussion were more hesitant to seek in-person care.
Case Study: Frequent Nosebleeds Lead to Grave Diagnosis
A 14-year-old adolescent with epilepsy presents with increasing episodes of nosebleeds, increased rate of speech, leg pain with little exercise, and irritable mood. Learn how delayed diagnosis of Graves disease affected her treatment.
Nonimmunogenic Staphylokinase vs Alteplase for Acute Ischemic Stroke
Researchers assessed the safety and efficacy of nonimmunogenic recombinant staphylokinase compared with alteplase in patients with acute ischemic stroke within 4.5 hours following symptom onset.
Impact of CAG Repeat Length on Evolution of Common SCAs
In a study presented at MDS 2021, researchers assessed the progression of spinocerebellar ataxias type 1, 2, 3, and 6, an autosomal dominantly inheritance, to identify factors that influence the transition to higher disability.
Number of Psychological Comorbidities Linked to Worsening IBS Prognosis
Investigators aimed to determine whether a higher number of psychological comorbidities at baseline would exacerbate IBS prognosis in patients with Rome IV-defined IBS.
Lidocaine Medicated Plaster Effectively Treats Postherpetic Neuralgia
This study evaluated the use of lidocaine medicated plaster to treat postherpetic neuralgia.
Subjective Sleep Quality Worse for People With Migraine
People with migraine report worse sleep quality than healthy individuals, with less REM sleep for adults and children with migraine.
Oxcarbazepine Tied to Nontrauma Fracture in Children Aged 4 to 13 With Epilepsy
For children aged 4 to 13 years with epilepsy, initiating oxcarbazepine, ASM is associated with an increased risk for nontrauma fracture.
Traumatic Brain Injury Tied to Later Opioid Use, Misuse
Individuals with a history of traumatic brain injury have an increased risk for prescription opioid use and misuse.
Tic Disorders May Elevate Risk for Tardive Dyskinesia
In a study presented at MDS 2021, researchers assessed whether patients with tic disorders with or without major psychoses were at risk of developing tardive dyskinesia.
The Link Between Ischemic Stroke and PD With LRRK2 Variations
At MDS 2021, researchers shared study results on the effect of Parkinson disease (PD)-related genes on the risk for cardiovascular events among patients with genetic forms of PD, including those with variations in the LRRK2 and GBA genes.
Rare Missense BSN Gene Variants Found in MSA
At MDS 2021, researchers shared results of a genetics investigative analysis on variations in the BSN gene in patients with multiple system atrophy.
DATs vs BMT in Advanced PD: How Do They Compare?
In a systematic review and network meta-analysis presented at MDS 2021, researchers assessed the effect of device-aided strategies on off-time improvement and quality of life in Parkinson disease.
COVID-19 Stressors Linked to Worse Mental Health in PD
Researchers observed the differences in the effect of COVID-19 stressors on mental health and quality of life in subgroups of patients with Parkinson disease.
Structural Connectivity Changes in RBD Tied to REM-Sleep Atonia
At MDS 2021, researchers reported on the brainstem structural connectivity changes in patients with REM sleep behavior disorder using an in-vivo probabilistic brainstem nuclei atlas and 7 Telsa MRI.
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