How can imaging biomarkers enhance our understanding of MS? Dr Anne Cross and Dr Matthew Brier examine MRI advancements that provide new insights into diagnosis, progression, and treatment.

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Update on Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorder https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7771018/

Sjogren Syndrome https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/332125-overview

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Paramagnetic Rim Lesions Are Highly Specific for Multiple Sclerosis in Real-World Data https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39371137/

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An Update on the Use of Sphingosine 1-Phosphate Receptor Modulators for the Treatment of Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36946625/