Elie Naddaf

Dr. Elie Naddaf, a renowned neuromuscular neurologist at Mayo Clinic, dives deep into inclusion body myositis (IBM). He discusses its classic and atypical presentations, highlighting key symptoms like finger flexor and quadriceps weakness, as well as dysphagia and severe facial weakness. Naddaf outlines diagnostic tools, emphasizing the gold standard muscle biopsy and the role of EMG and antibody testing. He also explores why IBM is uniquely resistant to immunosuppression and its underlying mechanisms, providing valuable insights for clinicians.