eanCast: Weekly Neurology

Moderator: Barbara Tettenborn (St. Gallen, Switzerland) Guest: Jutta Keller (Hamburg, Germany) In this episode of eanCast and UEG Talks, host Prof. Barbara Tettenborn from the EAN and guest Prof. Jutta Keller from UEG discuss neuro-gastroenterology, foc Moderator: Barbara Tettenborn (St. Gallen, Switzerland)Guest: Jutta Keller (Hamburg, Germany)In this episode of eanCast and UEG Talks, host Prof. Barbara Tettenborn from the EAN and guest Prof. Jutta Keller from UEG discuss neuro-gastroenterology, focusing on the gut-brain axis and its implications for various gastrointestinal and neurological disorders. They explore the influence of the microbiome on gut function, the impact of diet on brain health, and strategies for managing gastrointestinal symptoms in patients with neurological conditions like Parkinson's disease.United European Gastroenterology (UEG) is a strategic partner of the Brain Health Mission (BHM). This episode is brought to you by the Brain Health Mission. 

Moderator: Alicia Gonzalez (Madrid, Spain) Guest: Christian Lampl (Linz, Austria) This last May episode features Alicia González Martínez and her guest Prof. Christian Lampl as they discuss organising headache care, focusing on increasing access and offe Moderator: Alicia Gonzalez (Madrid, Spain)Guest: Christian Lampl (Linz, Austria)This last May episode features Alicia González Martínez and her guest Prof. Christian Lampl as they discuss organising headache care, focusing on increasing access and offering value-based healthcare. They delve into strategies to improve the delivery, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness of headache management, aiming to enhance patient well-being and integration of headache care into existing healthcare systems.

Moderator: Daniele Martinelli (Pavia, Italy) Guest: Raquel Gil-Gouveia (Oeiras, Portugal) Guest: Antoinette Maassen van den Brink (Rotterdam, The Netherlands) Join us in this episode as Daniele Martinelli engages in a dialogue with esteemed experts, Prof. Moderator: Daniele Martinelli (Pavia, Italy)Guest: Raquel Gil-Gouveia (Oeiras, Portugal)Guest: Antoinette Maassen van den Brink (Rotterdam, The Netherlands)Join us in this episode as Daniele Martinelli engages in a dialogue with esteemed experts, Prof. Antoinette Maassen van den Brink and Dr. Raquel Gil-Gouveia.They delve into animal models—our window into the brain’s hidden mechanisms. These models reveal neurotransmitter dynamics and potential triggers, paving the way for novel therapies. Additionally, they explore gender-specific nuances, shaping the understanding and personalized management strategies. By bridging theory to practice, they emphasize collaboration—a path toward better patient outcomes, alleviating the burden of this debilitating condition.

Moderator: Anna Gryglas-Dworak (Wroclaw, Poland) Guest: Dimos-Dimitrios Mitsikostas (Athens, Greece) This podcast episode presents the current guidelines of the European Headache Federation (published in 2021, updated in 2022) and the American Headache So Moderator: Anna Gryglas-Dworak (Wroclaw, Poland)Guest: Dimos-Dimitrios Mitsikostas (Athens, Greece)This podcast episode presents the current guidelines of the European Headache Federation (published in 2021, updated in 2022) and the American Headache Society (2024) on migraine treatment. Acute and preventive as well as new and old options are discussed.

Moderator: Bianca Raffaelli (Berlin, Germany) Guest: Messoud Ashina (Copenhagen, Denmark) Guest: Cristina Tassorelli (Pavia, Italy) In this episode, Bianca Raffaelli hosts experts Messoud Ashina and Cristina Tassorelli on how to navigate the newly enriche Moderator: Bianca Raffaelli (Berlin, Germany)Guest: Messoud Ashina (Copenhagen, Denmark)Guest: Cristina Tassorelli (Pavia, Italy)In this episode, Bianca Raffaelli hosts experts Messoud Ashina and Cristina Tassorelli on how to navigate the newly enriched therapeutic armamentarium of migraine with disease-specific drugs for the prevention and the acute treatment of attacks. They delve into the questions how, when, where, who and for whom.

Moderator: Giovanni Palermo (Pisa, Italy) Guest: Sterre van der Veen (Groningen, The Netherlands) In this episode, Giovanni Palermo and Sterre van der Veen explore the myoclonus phenomenon from its semiology to treatment, while dissecting the complexity o Moderator: Giovanni Palermo (Pisa, Italy)Guest: Sterre van der Veen (Groningen, The Netherlands)In this episode, Giovanni Palermo and Sterre van der Veen explore the myoclonus phenomenon from its semiology to treatment, while dissecting the complexity of classification systems aimed at recognising its nature and determining its underlying causes.

In this episode Iva Stankovic hosts Alessio Di Fonzo to discuss how to diagnose chorea and how to approach differential diagnosis to entangle the etiology of chorea. In this episode Iva Stankovic hosts Alessio Di Fonzo to discuss how to diagnose chorea and how to approach differential diagnosis to entangle the etiology of chorea.

Moderator: Yildiz Degirmenci (Istanbul, Turkey) Guest: Vladimira Vuletic (Rijeka, Croatia) In this episode Yildiz Degirmenci and Vladimira Vuletic cover the approach to dystonia emergencies. Dystonia, marked by muscle contractions and abnormal movements Moderator: Yildiz Degirmenci (Istanbul, Turkey)Guest: Vladimira Vuletic (Rijeka, Croatia)In this episode Yildiz Degirmenci and Vladimira Vuletic cover the approach to dystonia emergencies. Dystonia, marked by muscle contractions and abnormal movements, can be triggered by medications like antipsychotics. Management includes stopping triggering drugs and using medications like diphenhydramine. Status dystonicus, a severe form, requires intensive care with oxygen or ventilation. Primary and secondary dystonias are prone to this condition, possibly needing medication adjustments or deep brain stimulation. They stress the significance of patient history for precise diagnosis and treatment.

Moderator: Yildiz Degirmenci (Istanbul, Turkey) Guest: Christos Ganos (Berlin, Germany) Yildiz Degirmenci hosts a discussion with Christos Ganos, a movement disorder specialist, about ticks and Tourette syndrome. They delve into the definition of ticks, Moderator: Yildiz Degirmenci (Istanbul, Turkey)Guest: Christos Ganos (Berlin, Germany)Yildiz Degirmenci hosts a discussion with Christos Ganos, a movement disorder specialist, about ticks and Tourette syndrome. They delve into the definition of ticks, discuss diagnostic criteria, and differentiate between primary and functional tic disorders. The conversation also covers treatment options, including psychoeducation, psychological interventions like cognitive behavioral therapy, pharmacological treatments such as antipsychotics, and invasive neuromodulation methods.

Moderator: Rolf Fronczek (Leiden, The Netherlands) Guest: Marina Tüzün (Bern, Switzerland) Rolf Fronczek and Marina Tüzün discuss the Burden of Sleep Disorders Project, targeting daytime sleepiness and insomnia across Europe. They emphasize primary care Moderator: Rolf Fronczek (Leiden, The Netherlands)Guest: Marina Tüzün (Bern, Switzerland)Rolf Fronczek and Marina Tüzün discuss the Burden of Sleep Disorders Project, targeting daytime sleepiness and insomnia across Europe. They emphasize primary care collaboration for effective management, including patient perspectives and long-term follow-ups. Dr. Tüzün's personal interest in sleep research drives her involvement, inviting listeners to stay updated on the project's progress.