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Official neurology podcast of the European Academy of Neurology (EAN). Expert talks on general neurology, stroke, dementia, epilepsy & many more. New episodes every Monday. For neurology residents, clinicians & researchers. A resource for continuing medical education and lifelong learning.
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Jul 21, 2024 • 29min
Ep. 106: Phenoconversion in Pure Autonomic Failure
Moderator: Anne Pavy-Le Traon (Toulouse, France)
Guests: Giovanna Calandra-Buonaura (Bologna, Italy) and Valeria Iodice (London, United Kingdom)
In this week’s podcast episode Anne Pavy-Le Traon hosts two guests, Giovanna Calandra Buonaura and Valeria I
Moderator: Anne Pavy-Le Traon (Toulouse, France)Guests: Giovanna Calandra-Buonaura (Bologna, Italy) and Valeria Iodice (London, United Kingdom) In this week’s podcast episode Anne Pavy-Le Traon hosts two guests, Giovanna Calandra Buonaura and Valeria Iodice, as they discuss a hot topic related to Phenoconversion in Pure Autonomic Failure (PAF). They highlight the natural history of PAF and the importance of recognising this disease as a possible prodromal/ premotor phase of other alpha synucleinopathies. They discuss novel clinical and multimodal biomarkers in early diagnosis of these disorders.

Jul 14, 2024 • 24min
Ep. 105: Gastrointestinal Autonomic Dysfunction in Movement Disorders
Moderator: Cristian Falup-Pecurariu (Brasov, Romania)
Guest: Valentina Leta (Milan, Italy)
In this episode, Cristian Falup-Pecurariu discusses with Valentina Leta the relationship between gastrointestinal dysfunction and movement disorders with a focus o
Moderator: Cristian Falup-Pecurariu (Brasov, Romania)Guest: Valentina Leta (Milan, Italy)In this episode, Cristian Falup-Pecurariu discusses with Valentina Leta the relationship between gastrointestinal dysfunction and movement disorders with a focus on Parkinson's disease. They explore the impact of gastrointestinal dysfunction as part of dysautonomia in people with Parkinson's disease, other neurodegenerative diseases, and the importance of identifying and managing these symptoms to improve their quality of life.

Jul 7, 2024 • 30min
Ep. 104: Cardiovascular Autonomic Dysfunction
Moderator: Cristian Falup-Pecurariu (Brasov, Romania)
Guests: Alessandra Fanciulli (Innsbruck, Austria) and Roland Thijs (Heemstede, The Netherlands)
In this second episode of July, Cristian Falup-Pecurariu hosts Alessandra Fanciulli and Roland Thijs. The
Moderator: Cristian Falup-Pecurariu (Brasov, Romania)Guests: Alessandra Fanciulli (Innsbruck, Austria) and Roland Thijs (Heemstede, The Netherlands)In this second episode of July, Cristian Falup-Pecurariu hosts Alessandra Fanciulli and Roland Thijs. They delve into the topic of Cardiovascular Autonomic Dysfunction and cover symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions like syncope and orthostatic hypotension, emphasizing their significance in neurodegenerative disorders and the importance of distinguishing these autonomic failures in clinical practice.

Jun 30, 2024 • 19min
Ep. 103: Post-COVID Autonomic Dysfunction
Moderator: Anne Pavy-Le Traon (Toulouse, France)
Guests: Diogo Carneiro (Coimbra, Portugal); Fabian Leys (Innsbruck, Austria)
In this episode, Anne Pavy-Le Traon talks with Diogo Carneiro and Fabian Leys about the Post-Covid Autonomic Dysfunction, a disea
Moderator: Anne Pavy-Le Traon (Toulouse, France)Guests: Diogo Carneiro (Coimbra, Portugal); Fabian Leys (Innsbruck, Austria)In this episode, Anne Pavy-Le Traon talks with Diogo Carneiro and Fabian Leys about the Post-Covid Autonomic Dysfunction, a disease that appeared during the recent COVID-19 pandemics but is still present in a large number of individuals. They highlight the syndromic constellation of this entity which affects different body organs and the general principles of its management.

Jun 23, 2024 • 22min
Ep. 102: Acute symptomatic seizures
Release Date: 24.06.2024
Moderator: Barbara Tettenborn (St. Gallen, Switzerland)
Guest: Marian Galovic (Zurich, Switzerland)
In this episode Barbara Tettenborn talks with Dr. Marian Galovic about acute symptomatic seizures, a frequent but commonly misunde
Release Date: 24.06.2024Moderator: Barbara Tettenborn (St. Gallen, Switzerland)Guest: Marian Galovic (Zurich, Switzerland)In this episode Barbara Tettenborn talks with Dr. Marian Galovic about acute symptomatic seizures, a frequent but commonly misunderstood topic. They highlight the impact of acute symptomatic seizures on outcomes and brain health, their implications for developing epilepsy and the resulting treatment considerations.

Jun 16, 2024 • 27min
Ep. 101: MS in Children
Moderator: Andrew Chan (Bern, Switzerland)
Guests: Barbara Kornek (Vienna, Austria) and Fredrik Sandesjo (Stockholm, Sweden)
Pediatric onset multiple sclerosis (POMS) is increasingly recognized as a non-benign condition which requires consequent disease
Moderator: Andrew Chan (Bern, Switzerland)Guests: Barbara Kornek (Vienna, Austria) and Fredrik Sandesjo (Stockholm, Sweden)Pediatric onset multiple sclerosis (POMS) is increasingly recognized as a non-benign condition which requires consequent disease modifying treatment. In this special episode Andrew Chan hosts Barbara Kornek and Fredrik Sandesjö. They discuss epidemiological, biological and clinical characteristics of POMS, and highlight early highly effective therapy in this vulnerable patient group and the treatment in POMS.

Jun 9, 2024 • 23min
Ep. 100: Neurology: Past and Future
Moderator: Barbara Tettenborn (St. Gallen, Switzerland)
Guests: Claudio Bassetti (Bern, Switzerland) and Elena Moro (Grenoble, France)
We are thrilled to announce a milestone celebration: the 100th episode of eanCast!
In this special episode, we are ho
Moderator: Barbara Tettenborn (St. Gallen, Switzerland)Guests: Claudio Bassetti (Bern, Switzerland) and Elena Moro (Grenoble, France)We are thrilled to announce a milestone celebration: the 100th episode of eanCast!In this special episode, we are honoured to welcome two distinguished guests. The past president of EAN, Prof. Claudio Bassetti, who will share insights into the challenges faced and achievements accomplished during his tenure, along with exciting projects that have made a lasting impact. Additionally, we will be joined by the first female future president of EAN: Prof. Elena Moro, who will discuss her vision and plans for her upcoming presidency.

Jun 2, 2024 • 18min
Ep. 99: Gastro and Brain Health
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.

May 26, 2024 • 20min
Ep. 98: Recommendations on Organizing Headache Care: how to increase access and offer value-based healthcare in headache
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.

May 19, 2024 • 17min
Ep. 97: Preclinical, translational and clinical research: insights from animal models and humans
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.


