Amy Quek

Neurologist @ National University Hospital Singapore | Autoimmune Neurology and Multiple Sclerosis

[Stacey Clardy MD PhD @StaceyLClardy]

Inspiring to step back from daily tasks… to take a moment to hear where the field of Neurology - and moreover, Brain Health - is headed 👇🧠💪

[Stacey Clardy MD PhD @StaceyLClardy]

On comprehensive review, there is NO CURRENT/EXISTING QUALITY DATA to support or justify the use of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) in NMDAR Encephalitis.

https://t.co/wx7Q2ikIRG

[Science Magazine @ScienceMagazine]

A new Review in @ScienceTM looks at the complex connections between astrocytes and other types of cells in the nervous system, including neurons, oligodendrocytes, and microglia. https://t.co/3aD5Ooj2Gl

[Lindsey Kuchenbecker @Lindseykuchen]

Excited to share our work recently published in @ANA_journals on utilizing CSF biomarkers to improve accurate and efficient diagnosis of patients with rapidly progressive dementia 🧠✨1/6

https://t.co/uu0nzUDLMc

[Neurology Journal @GreenJournal]

Neurology Podcast: Drs. Jeff Ratliff & Gregg Day discuss the adaption of the STAM3P screening scores in clinical practice to minimize diagnosis delays. Listen now: https://t.co/KMmtY9aV31

Related article: https://t.co/FSdttGunPs
@DrJeffRatliff @GDay_Neuro #NeuroTwitter

[Jonathan Rogers @drjprogers]

Is anti-NMDA receptor encephalitis seasonal?

Did its incidence change during the COVID-19 pandemic?

These are the Qs we try to answer in our new paper in the Journal of Neurology: https://t.co/KaSfgbUhf9

Here are the key points...

[Neurology Journal @GreenJournal]

In this study, long-term regular physical activity levels and exercise habits were
strongly associated with a better clinical course of #Parkinson disease, with each
type of physical activity having different effects. Learn more: https://t.co/yl0AbE0ZG9

#NeuroTwitter

[Amy Quek @amyquekml]

Beautiful review on MOGAD by @Lauz_Caccia and @EoinFlanagan14

[Eoin Flanagan @EoinFlanagan14]

1/6 Happy to share @Lauz_Caccia et al review on #MOGAD & #NMOSD

It focuses on imaging differences including with #MS

Highlights difference between attack & remission MRI’s

Some useful cartoon images included

See 🧵 👇

https://t.co/mTJJ2f834Q

[Neurology Journal @GreenJournal]

This study characterizes the frequency clinical, laboratory, and MRI features of tumefactive brain lesions in #MOGAD and compares them with those in multiple sclerosis (#MS) and aquaporin-4-IgG–positive neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (AQP4+NMOSD). https://t.co/b1VcqhqaaM

[Amy Quek @amyquekml]

Would this change how we test for MOG antibodies? Significance of Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibodies in CSF: A Retrospective Multicenter Study | Neurology https://t.co/VFPGSfUjHV

[Amy Quek @amyquekml]

Excited to share our publication, highlighting that autoimmune GFAP astrocytopathy can masquerade as tuberculosis of the CNS. https://t.co/G5dXHJTQA9

[Amy Quek @amyquekml]

Clinical interpretation is crucial. Treat the patient, not the antibody result.

[Eoin Flanagan @EoinFlanagan14]

Autoimmune Encephalitis Misdiagnosis in Adults https://t.co/EMPzysfuUh via @JAMANeuro part of @JAMANetwork Delighted to share our collaborative study ➡️ Caution with AE diagnosis when non-specific serum antibody positive & when MRI & CSF lack inflammation

[Amy Quek @amyquekml]

Joyous reunion with old friends and new from the region, the pillars of the MS and related diseases field from our region.

[Amy Quek @amyquekml]

Honoured to have the opportunity to chair and host the first in-person Pactrims 2022 in Singapore! Grateful to Sg Neuroimmunology community for working together as a team to advance our knowledge in this exciting field, and for their active representation and support.

[Amy Quek @amyquekml]

Great to be attending ECTRIMS in person and meeting friends again! #ECTRIMS2022

[Eoin Flanagan @EoinFlanagan14]

MOG and AQP4 antibodies among children with multiple sclerosis and controls https://t.co/V9a1FfvkOM Great collaboration with Drs Gaudioso, Mar, Waubant & USA Pediatric MS network! -MOG & AQP4-IgG negative in 700 pediatric controls shows their utility! -Gives clues to MOGAD vs MS

[Stacey Clardy MD PhD @StaceyLClardy]

LOTS of relevant information in here on Stiffperson Spectrum (SPS) Disease related to: Diagnosis (and misdiagnosis ❌!), Treatment approaches (symptomatic and immunomodulatory), and Prognosis - a must listen for all #Neurologists 👇🏼🧠🎙@TheSPSRF

[International League Against Epilepsy @IlaeWeb]

New @EpilepsiaJourn #epilepsyresearch- International consensus recommendations for management of New Onset Refractory Status Epilepticus (NORSE) incl. Febrile Infection-Related #Epilepsy Syndrome (FIRES): Statements & Supporting Evidence. This & more at https://t.co/gMh7Q7UY7T

[Amy Quek @amyquekml]

Use of natalizumab in persons with multiple sclerosis: 2022 update - ScienceDirect https://t.co/zPJFYHz6GP

[Amy Quek @amyquekml]

Autoimmune neuromyotonia : Current Opinion in Neurology https://t.co/Tq31jj09Mi