Neurology® Podcast
American Academy of Neurology
The Neurology Podcast provides practical information for neurologists and clinicians to practice the best possible medicine for patients. Examining methods and findings in peer-reviewed journals, the show provides insights that impact clinical practice and patient care. From the journal Neurology and the American Academy of Neurology, providing education and expert analysis since 2007.
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Oct 19, 2023 • 13min
MTHFR Polymorphisms and Leukoencephalopathy Risk in CNS Lymphoma Patients
Dr. Philipp Karschnia discusses the association between MTHFR polymorphisms and leukoencephalopathy risk in CNS lymphoma patients treated with methotrexate-based regimens. The podcast explores the relationship between MTHFR polymorphisms and increased risk of leukoencephalopathy in patients exposed to methotrexate. The study also discusses the impact of MTHFR polymorphism on mucositis and overall survival in CNS lymphoma patients. Limitations of the study are highlighted and the need for further verification and cognitive testing in clinical trials is emphasized.
Oct 16, 2023 • 17min
Improving Early Recognition of Treatment-Responsive Causes of RPD
Dr. Jeff Ratliff talks with Dr. Gregg Day about the adaption of the STAM3P screening scores in clinical practice to minimize diagnosis delays and missed opportunities for treatment in patients with suspected rapidly progressive dementia. Read the related article in Annals of Neurology. Visit NPub.org/Podcast for associated article links.
Oct 12, 2023 • 23min
Eligibility for Anti-Amyloid Treatment
Dr. Gregg Day talks with Dr. Vijay Ramanan about the clinical trial eligibility criteria for lecanemab treatment for participants with early Alzheimer disease and the generalizability of anti-amyloid treatment. Read the related article in Neurology. Visit NPub.org/Podcast for associated article links.
Oct 9, 2023 • 8min
Sleep Patterns and the Risk of Acute Stroke
Dr. Andy Southerland interviews Dr. Christine McCarthy about the connection between sleep disturbances and the risk of acute stroke. They discuss an observational study linking sleep complaints to higher stroke risk and the importance of managing cardiovascular risk factors in patients with sleep problems. The speakers highlight the limitations of the study and the necessity for further research. They emphasize the importance of conducting large randomized controlled trials to effectively manage sleep problems and reduce the risk of stroke, mentioning the Inter-stroke international case control study with significant implications for stroke prevention.
Oct 5, 2023 • 12min
Artificial Intelligence Interpretation of EEG
Dr. Halley Alexander talks with Dr. Sándor Beniczky about the use of artificial intelligence to accurately interpret routine clinical electroencephalograms. Read the related article in JAMA Neurology. Visit NPub.org/Podcast for associated article links.
Oct 2, 2023 • 12min
TBI and Cognitive Decline in Veterans
Dr. Alex Menze talks with Dr. Marianne Chanti-Ketterl about the association between traumatic brain injury and cognitive decline among older veteran men. Read the related article in Neurology. Visit NPUb.org/Podcast for associated article links.
Oct 1, 2023 • 1h 34min
October 2023 Neurology Recall: Topics in Autoimmune Encephalitis
The October Neurology Recall highlights Dr. Justin Abbatemarco’s four-part series on autoimmune encephalitis from August 2023. The episode begins with Dr. Josep Dalmau discussing relevant updates and ongoing/upcoming research around autoimmune encephalitis. The next episode discusses the practical approach to testing for auto antibodies in autoimmune encephalitis with Drs. Drs. Sarosh Irani and John Soltys. The episode continues with Drs. Eoin Flanagan and Grace Gombolay helping expand the differential diagnosis in autoimmune encephalitis cases. The October Recall concludes with Dr. Maarten Titulaer talking about the importance of longitudinal care for patients with autoimmune encephalitis. Related Links: Autoimmune Encephalitis Series: Advancing the Science Trials in ALS - https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/27682701 Autoimmune Encephalitis Series: A Rationale Approach to Diagnostics and Interpretation - https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/27712707 Autoimmune Encephalitis Series: Expanding the Differential - https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/27747390 Autoimmune Encephalitis Series: The Importance of Longitudinal Care - https://directory.libsyn.com/episode/index/id/27901296
Sep 28, 2023 • 8min
Patient Travel Distance to Neurologist Visits
Dr. Andy Southerland talks with Dr. Brian Callaghan about patient travel distance and travel time to neurologist visits, across neurologic conditions and subspecialties. Read the related article in Neurology. Visit NPUb.org/Podcast for associated article links.
Sep 25, 2023 • 18min
Language Use in Neurocritical Illness Prognostication
Dr. Neha Dangayach talks with Drs. Susanne Muehlschlegel and Adeline Goss about characterizing the prognostic language clinicians use in critical neurologic illness. Read the related article in Neurology. Visit NPUb.org/Podcast for associated article links.
Sep 21, 2023 • 29min
Update on PML
Dr. Derek Stitt talks with Prof. Clemens Warnke about the clinical presentation of progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy, its variants, pathogenesis, and current diagnostic approaches. Read the related article in Neurology. Visit NPUb.org/Podcast for associated article links.
