Neurology News

Myositis -specific and -associated antibodies in neurological disorders - A retrospective study of 727 patients

18 Nov 2024

Myositis-specific antibodies (MSAs) and myositis-associated antibodies (MAAs) are assessed in clinical neurology, serving as a non-invasive tool for the differential diagnosis of autoimmune myopathies. However, the presence of MSAs and MAAs in neurological disorders remains uncertain.

Integrative analysis of molecular pathways and morphological anomalies associated with congenital Zika syndrome

22 Oct 2024

Congenital Zika syndrome (CZS) comprises a set of clinical manifestations that can be presented by neonates born to mothers infected by the Zika virus (ZIKV). 

ECG power modulation spectrum – a promising approach

15 Oct 2024

Power modulation spectrum – a promising approach for the indispensable quality control of electrocardiogram signals from monitoring units for the detection of autonomic dysfunction

2025 PNS Call for Training Grant Applicants – Application Deadline 15 November 2024

22 Sep 2024

This PNS funded grant opportunity is designed to provide support for junior clinical investigators and 
 junior scientists or clinician-scientists.

Factor XI inhibitors – Rising stars in anti-thrombotic therapy?

20 Sep 2024

The “holy grail” of preventing and treating thrombosis and thromboembolism would be a drug that was highly effective (preventing clots) and at the same time had a low risk of bleeding. From a hemostasiological perspective, the inhibition of factor XI represents a promising target because a reduced level of factor XI protects against thrombosis without significantly increasing the risk of spontaneous bleeding.

ICNMD 2024 On-Demand Virtual Library

16 Sep 2024

The ICNMD 2024 organizing committee is excited to announce and make available an On-Demand Virtual Library post congress. On-Demand Virtual Library will be available for the 18th International Congress On Neuromuscular Diseases. Register now to catch up on the latest updates at your own pace, anytime, anywhere!

Environmental factors related to multiple sclerosis progression

11 Sep 2024

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a complex neurological disease which prevalence is increasing worldwide. The impact of environmental factors on MS susceptibility has already been defined and highlighted in many previous reports, particularly vitamin D or ultraviolet B light exposure, Epstein–Barr virus (EBV) infection, obesity, and smoking. 

Treatment strategies and responses for attacks of neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder [JNS462 Editor's Choice]

29 Aug 2024

We aimed to assess the treatment strategies utilized in patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) experiencing relapses, including their frequency, types, and response after 6 months based on the Expanded Disability Status Scale (EDSS) score.

eNeurologicalSci (eNS) September 2024 issue

28 Aug 2024

The WFN June 2024 issue of the OPEN ACCESS journal eNeurologicalSci Vol. 35 is now available online.

21st century accelerating neurological deaths in UK and major Western countries [JNS462 Editor's Choice]

19 Aug 2024

We examine whether the rise in neurological death rates over the 21st century are solely explained by the Gompertzian hypothesis.

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