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Internuclear Ophthalmoparesis in Multiple Sclerosis: What’s the Prevalence?

Researchers sought to characterize the prevalence and clinical features of individuals with both MS and INO in a population-based cohort of patients with MS.

Effect of Alemtuzumab on Blood Pressure in Patients With Multiple Sclerosis

Researchers sought to assess the change in blood pressure in patients with MS treated with ATZ and prior HDMP treatment compared with patients receiving HDMP only for acute relapse.

Can Childhood Trauma Increase the Risk for Multiple Sclerosis in Women?

In a prospective cohort study, researchers assessed whether adverse childhood experiences may increase the risk for multiple sclerosis in women.

Having MS May Impact Cancer Screening, Diagnosis

For individuals with MS and cancer, breast cancers are less likely to be detected through screening and colorectal cancer is more likely to be detected at an early stage.

Prevalence of MS Similarly High in Black, White Individuals

The prevalence of multiple sclerosis (MS) is similarly high in Black and White individuals and is lower in Hispanics and Asians.

MAMS Adaptive Trial Shows Promise for Future Progressive MS Treatments

Nurulamin Noor, MD, discusses the advantages and challenges of a MAMS adaptive trial design for PMS.

Total Economic Burden of MS Was $85.4 Billion in US in 2019

The total economic burden of multiple sclerosis (MS) in the United States in 2019 was $85.4 billion, including $63.3 billion in direct medical costs.

Sexual, Emotional Abuse in Childhood May Up Multiple Sclerosis Risk

Childhood sexual and emotional abuse are associated with an increased risk for developing multiple sclerosis (MS) in women.

Ublituximab Shows Benefit Among Patients With Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis

Using data from the Ultimate I and II phase 3 trials, researchers conducted a post-hoc analysis to study the effects of ublituximab on disease activity in relapsing multiple sclerosis.

Functional MRI Reveals Cognitive Issues in Pediatric Patients With Multiple Sclerosis

Presenting at the 2022 AAN Annual Meeting, researchers assessed the neuropsychological profile of pediatric MS and its association with resting-state functional connectivity abnormalities in cognitive and motor networks.