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New Chapter! Immunology of Multiple Sclerosis
This chapter from Multiple Scleroris for the Non-Neurologist approaches the subject of immunology of multiple sclerosis from the standpoint of available acute and disease modifying therapies and currently known immunologic targets for them.
Multiple Sclerosis for the Non-Neurologist: Epidemiology
Selected from the recently published textbook, Multiple Sclerosis for the Non-Neurologist, this chapter on Epidemiology discusses genetic and environmental risk factors, both infectious and noninfectious, that are associated with MS development.
Correlation Between MRI Findings and Disability in MS
This study aims to determine the relation between early lesion volume, changes in volume, and long-term disability in patients with isolated syndromes that are clinically suggestive of MS.
The Association of Vitamin D Levels and MS
Some evidence suggested that high levels of vitamin D may decrease the risk of MS. This chapter from Neurology Evidence details the first prospective study to address this hypothesis.
Rate of Pregnancy Related Relapse in MS
MS affects women of childbearing age. This chapter from Neurology Evidence examines the first large-scale prospective study that aimed to assess the effect of pregnancy and the postpartum state, along with breast-feeding and epidural analgesia, on the course of MS.
Neuromyelitis Optica Antibody in the Diagnosis of Neuromyelitis Optica
Neuromyelitis optica (NMO) is an inflammatory demyelinating disease that affects the spinal cord and optic nerves. This study from Neurology Evidence, assesses the capacity of NMO-IgG to disctinguish NMO and related disorders from MS.
Practical Neurology
This newly published reference provides clearly written, clinical information by outlining the current MS subtype categories, most current disease-modifying therapies and emerging therapies. This is the ideal resource if you are looking for a quick way to find updated information in one place.
