The MS International Federation reports on research updates. Here is a summary of some of the studies and articles highlighted this month --
STUDIES
A study on motor relapses treated with steroids showed that central motor conduction times improved in those with relapsing-remitting and secondary progressive, but not primary progressive disease.
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A geographically based study looked at patients with different progressive forms of MS and found no relation between relapse rate and disability outcome measures.
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An imaging study showed selective grey matter changes in the visual cortex of patients with optic neuritis.
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ARTICLES
This article outlines recent developments and difficulties in locating the genes involved in the pathogenesis of MS.
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This review of interferons looks at the evidence behind them and their mechanisms of action in prevention of relapses.
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For more research news, check the MS International Federation site.
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