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Navigating uncertainty and mental health in pregnancy in patients with multiple sclerosis: a qualitative study

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Background: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is more prevalent in female patients and is frequently diagnosed during reproductive years. Patients with multiple sclerosis (PwMS) have a decreased risk of relapse during pregnancy and this risk increases...

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August 1-2, 2024
Exploring the Uneven Distribution of ALS in North Carolina using an Electronic Medical Record Tool

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Background: The distribution of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) across the world appears to be uneven, which may in part be explained by environmental factors. β-methylamino-L-alanine (BMAA), a neurotoxin produced by cyanobacteria, and...

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August 1-2, 2024
Retrospective Development and Validation of a Machine Learning Tool to Predict Patient Outcomes of Chronic Lower Back Pain

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Background: Chronic lower back pain (LBP) is a leading cause of disability and economic burden worldwide. Despite numerous treatment modalities, patient outcomes remain poor. Identifying the correct treatment for a given patient remains presenting...

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August 1-2, 2024
Synergizing hyperthermia and immunotherapy in intracranial tumors

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Laser interstitial thermal therapy (LITT) is an emerging modality for hyperthermic ablation of brain tumors. Hyperthermia-induced tumor coagulative necrosis may serve as a source of neoantigen for T-cell priming and a subsequent anti-tumor immune...

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August 1-2, 2024
Glioma Imaging Predicts Underlying Genetic Mutations: A Multicenter Study

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Background: Gliomas are the most common malignant primary brain tumor. Genomic characterization is necessary for diagnosis and treatment decisions, for which the brain is biopsied and can lead to delays in care, morbidity, and mortality. Here, we...

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August 1-2, 2024