Uploaded December 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
At the 2024 RNDS, Dr. Monique Anderson provided an introduction to rare neuroimmune disorders and discussed their prevalence, highlighting the various conditions such as idiopathic optic neuritis (ON) and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD). The discussion moved into genetic mutations, explaining different types such as point mutations and germline vs. somatic mutations [00:01:49]. The presentation detailed genetic studies and associated risk alleles across various disorders, mentioning specific genes and their implications for each condition [00:04:35]. Further research by the speaker on idiopathic transverse myelitis was shared, including ongoing studies and potential future research directions [00:18:01]. Dr. Anderson concluded by answering questions from the audience [00:24:25]. Please note that the information shared during this session is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice.
You can view the presentation slides here:
files.wearesrna.org/symposia/2024_rnds/slides/2024RNDS_Anderson.pdf
00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:49 Understanding Genetics
04:35 Genetic Studies in Neuroimmune Disorders
07:01 Genetic Links in Specific Disorders
18:01 Research on Transverse Myelitis
21:47 Ongoing Research and Conclusion
24:25 Questions from the Audience
At the 2024 RNDS, Dr. Monique Anderson provided an introduction to rare neuroimmune disorders and discussed their prevalence, highlighting the various conditions such as idiopathic optic neuritis (ON) and neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD). The discussion moved into genetic mutations, explaining different types such as point mutations and germline vs. somatic mutations [00:01:49]. The presentation detailed genetic studies and associated risk alleles across various disorders, mentioning specific genes and their implications for each condition [00:04:35]. Further research by the speaker on idiopathic transverse myelitis was shared, including ongoing studies and potential future research directions [00:18:01]. Dr. Anderson concluded by answering questions from the audience [00:24:25]. Please note that the information shared during this session is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice.
You can view the presentation slides here:
files.wearesrna.org/symposia/2024_rnds/slides/2024RNDS_Anderson.pdf
00:00 Introduction and Overview
01:49 Understanding Genetics
04:35 Genetic Studies in Neuroimmune Disorders
07:01 Genetic Links in Specific Disorders
18:01 Research on Transverse Myelitis
21:47 Ongoing Research and Conclusion
24:25 Questions from the Audience
