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Reduced kidney function after stroke ups risk of recurrence, dementia
Patients with declining kidney function following a cerebrovascular event are at increased risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), dementia, and mortality at 2 years, according to a study. However, a higher risk of death is also noted for those with a large increase in kidney function.
Efgartigimod shows promise in treatment-resistant myasthenia gravis
Use of efgartigimod, a first-in-class investigational antibody fragment targeting the neonatal Fc receptor (FCRN), demonstrates both efficacy and safety in patients with refractory, treatment-resistant generalized myasthenia gravis (MG), as shown in a study presented at EAN 2024.
Anti-CD20 show promise in multiple sclerosis after alemtuzumab
Treatment with anti-CD20 monoclonal antibodies appears to be a viable option for patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) who have uncontrolled disease following the use of alemtuzumab therapy, suggests a study presented at EAN 2024.
Advanced imaging can identify ischaemic stroke patients for intra-arterial thrombectomy >6 hours from symptom onset
According to a study conducted by the University of Hong Kong (HKU) and Queen Mary Hospital (QMH) since mid-2018, advanced imaging can identify patients with acute ischaemic stroke for intra-arterial thrombectomy even beyond 6 hours from symptom onset.