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Long-term use of Xcopri was safe and reduced seizures by more than 90% in adults with uncontrolled focal seizures, according to results of an open-label extension study published in Neurology. “The findings show that the notable improvement in seizure control that was seen in patients with uncontrolled focal epilepsy is sustained over long term,” Pavel Klein, MD, lead study author and
The FDA on June 23 announced a 5-year strategy for improving and extending the lives of people with rare neurodegenerative diseases by advancing development of safe and effective medical products and facilitating access to novel treatments. The plan, which will serve as a blueprint for how the agency will move forward in tackling challenges in drug development, was developed in accordance with
Xenon-VR is launching a medical grade virtual reality headset, Xenon-1, to improve visual field assessments for optometrists and their patients, according to a press release from the company.
Individuals with non-O blood types had an increased risk for venous thromboembolism 3 months after a cancer diagnosis or recurrence, according to study results published in Blood Advances. Additionally, researchers noted an association of non-O blood types with an increased risk for VTE among patients with intermediate and low-risk tumor types.
Patients with systemic sclerosis who demonstrate digital ulcers use “significantly more” health care resources annually than patients without digital ulcers, according to data published in Arthritis Care and Research. “[Digital ulcers (DUs)] are slow to heal, specially if there is calcinosis, and can be complicated by soft tissue infections, wet and dry necrosis, eschar,