Experiences of Iranian family caregivers supporting individuals with multiple sclerosis: a qualitative study [PDF]
Family members of patients are often considered informal primary caregivers, particularly for those living with chronic diseases including multiple sclerosis (MS).
Ebrahimi, H+4 more
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Periventricular lesions and MS diagnostic criteria in young adults with typical clinically isolated syndromes. [PDF]
In patients who present with a clinically isolated syndrome (CIS), whose features are suggestive of multiple sclerosis (MS), fulfilling McDonald 2010 magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) criteria for dissemination in space (DIS) and dissemination in time ...
Altmann, Daniel R+4 more
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ABSTRACT Cavin‐4 was identified as a potential autoantigen for immune‐mediated rippling muscle disease (iRMD). To validate this, we developed and tested various immunoassays, including a cell‐based assay (CBA), cavin‐4 recombinant protein ELISA, and multi‐peptide ELISA.
Reghann G. LaFrance‐Corey+13 more
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Longitudinal Trajectories of Digital Cognitive Biomarkers for Multiple Sclerosis
ABSTRACT Background Cognitive impairment is one of the most common and debilitating symptoms of relapsing–remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS). Digital cognitive biomarkers require less time and resources and are rapidly gaining popularity in clinical settings.
Yi Chao Foong+17 more
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Erythrocytes in multiple sclerosis: forgotten contributors to the pathophysiology? [PDF]
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune disease characterised by lymphocytic infiltration of the central nervous system and subsequent destruction of myelin and axons. On the background of a genetic predisposition to autoimmunity, environmental triggers
Groen, Kira+5 more
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Claustrum Volume Is Reduced in Multiple Sclerosis and Predicts Disability
ABSTRACT Objective The claustrum is a small, thin structure of predominantly gray matter with broad connectivity and enigmatic function. Little is known regarding the impact of claustrum pathology in multiple sclerosis (MS). Methods This study assessed whether claustrum volume was reduced in MS and whether reductions were associated with specific ...
Nicole Shelley+5 more
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The Impact of Cognitive Functioning on Daily Occupations for People with Multiple Sclerosis: A Qualitative Study [PDF]
Background: Cognitive rehabilitation research in multiple sclerosis is ever-developing, but the impact of cognitive difficulties, seen in 40% to 80% of people, on daily occupations is not well known.
Hynes, Sinéad M, Mc Auliffe, Aoife
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Effectiveness of delayed-release dimethyl fumarate on patient-reported outcomes and clinical measures in patients with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis in a real-world clinical setting: PROTEC. [PDF]
Ensaio clínico PROTEC, Protocolo nº 109MS408Abstract BACKGROUND: Patient-reported outcomes (PRO) and clinical outcomes give a broad assessment of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (RRMS) disease.
Berger, T+5 more
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ABSTRACT Objective People with multiple sclerosis (pwMS) may require a high level of daily assistance both for indoor and outdoor activities. Usually, relatives or friends provide daily support to MS patients who have lost personal autonomy. Several factors such as disability level and disease duration may affect the burden of care in caregivers of ...
Giuseppe Schirò+9 more
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Neuronal RNA‐binding protein dysfunction in multiple sclerosis cortex
Objective Neurodegeneration is thought to be the primary cause of neurological disability in multiple sclerosis (MS). Dysfunctional RNA‐binding proteins (RBPs) including their mislocalization from nucleus to cytoplasm, stress granule formation, and ...
Hannah E. Salapa+3 more
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