Genetic Aspects of Alzheimer Disease
The panel provides an overview of genetic factors associated with Alzheimer disease and the genetic mutations that contribute to the pathophysiology of the disease.
SunRISe-1: Examining Combination Therapy for HR NMIBC
May 22nd 20241) A medical urologist discusses the rationale and design of the SunRISe-1 phase 2 trial, which evaluates the combination of intravesical TAR-200 and systemic cetrelimab, as well as the TAR-200 and cetrelimab monotherapy arms, in patients with Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG)-unresponsive high-risk non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (HR NMIBC), focusing on key efficacy and safety endpoints.
Comparing Long-Term Efficacy of Bladder-Preserving Therapies for NMIBC
May 22nd 2024Neal Shore, MD, FACS, discuss the key efficacy outcomes reported for nadofaragene firadenovec (ADSTILADRIN) in the phase 3 trial for patients with Bacillus Calmette-Guérin (BCG)-unresponsive non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) and compare these long-term results to other bladder-preserving therapies in this population.
Payer Needs and Strategies for Evaluating and Covering PDTs
May 15th 2024Panelists delve into the data and the cost-saving evidence required by payers to cover prescription digital therapeutics (PDTs), outline the decision-making process followed by payers, and share best practices observed in real-world to ensure the successful implementation of PDTs.
Differentiating PDTs from Wellness Apps and Evaluating Efficacy
May 15th 2024Diana Brixner, PhD, and Ashley Peterson, MHA, explore the distinctions between prescription digital therapeutics (PDTs) and wellness mobile apps, addressing the role of insurance coverage and the clinical validation requirements that payers consider when determining whether to cover PDTs as a treatment modality.
Individualized Therapy for Specific Infections Associated with Bronchiectasis
May 1st 2024A medical expert discusses the various types of bacteria and fungi that can grow in the lungs and sputum of bronchiectasis patients, such as Pseudomonas aeruginosa, emphasizing the importance of an individualized approach to treatment, and notes that while fungal cultures may be positive, they may not always be clinically significant.
Patient Specific Factors: Guiding Treatment in Bronchiectasis
April 24th 2024Pamela J. McShane, MD, explains her approach to diagnosing the underlying cause of bronchiectasis, which includes identifying cystic fibrosis in older patients, and emphasizes the importance of helping patients lead a normal life while managing their condition.
Social Burden and Goals of Therapy for Patients with Bronchiectasis
April 17th 2024A medical professional addresses the social aspects of bronchiectasis, emphasizing patients' embarrassment due to productive coughing in public spaces like grocery stores and churches, as well as the psychological challenges of planning travel and vacations due to the unpredictability of exacerbations, which can lead to social isolation.
Harnessing Continuous Glucose Monitors for Type 1 Diabetes Management + Closing Words
April 16th 2024Robert Gabbay, MD, PhD, gives closing thoughts and advocates that continuous glucose monitors should be supplied for all insulin-dependent diabetes patients, including at initial diagnosis, to facilitate self-management and tighter control of this disease.
Achieving Equitable Representation in Clinical Studies
April 15th 2024The panel has an in-depth discussion on improving diversity in clinical trials. They discuss ways to increase minority participation through community partnerships, including providing transportation, lodging, and other resources needed to enable participation.