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Probiotic Supplements Tied to Improved Outcomes in Relapsing Remitting MS

In a meta-analysis, researchers analyzed the effects of probiotics on disease progression, depression, general health, and anthropometric measures in patients with relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis.

Dimethyl Fumarate Shows Favorable Long-Term Benefit-Risk Profile in MS

A team of researchers assessed the long-term safety and efficacy of dimethyl fumarate for the treatment of patients with relapsing remitting multiple sclerosis for up to 13 years.

Higher HDL and Apolipoprotein A1 Levels Tied to Reduced 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.

PHOMS Linked to Disease Duration, Higher Disability in Primary Progressive MS

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.

DaxibotulinumtoxinA for Injection Promising in the Treatment of Cervical Dystonia

In a phase 3 trial presented at MDS 2021, researchers evaluated the efficacy and safety of DaxibotulinumtoxinA for Injection in the treatment of cervical dystonia in adults.

Case Reports: Adult-Onset Spinal Muscular Atrophy Linked to Variations in VRK1 Gene in Hispanic Patients

Using a series of case reports, the researchers assessed the various clinical phenotypes associated with variations in the VRK1 gene.

What Is the Optimal Surgical Approach to Thymectomy in Myasthenia Gravis?

This meta-analysis of studies comparing 2 or more surgical approaches vs thymectomy aimed to identify the best option for myasthenia gravis patients.

FIREFISH Trial Shows Risdiplam Benefits in Infants With Type 1 Spinal Muscular Atrophy

Researchers evaluated the safety and efficacy of risdiplam in infants with type 1 spinal muscular atrophy compared with historical cohorts.

TP73 Gene Variants Tied to Risk for Sporadic Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis

Researchers used sequencing data to evaluate the pathogenicity of TP73 variations in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Early Diagnosis for Proactive Management

Early diagnosis and treatment of SMA can limit disease progression in children and adults, extending life expectancy and improving QOL.