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ReviewInternational journal of molecular sciences2024

Understanding Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Therapeutic Advances.

Radu Eugen Rizea, Antonio-Daniel Corlatescu, Horia Petre Costin, Adrian Dumitru, Alexandru Vlad Ciurea

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Review in International journal of molecular sciences, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 38 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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The abstract states no effect estimate the extractor could read, or names no intervention and outcome on the map, so this paper lights no cell and moves no belief. It is still indexed, cited and linked below.

2 · The registry

The trial behind it

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Neither the registry nor the abstract names a trial number. If this is a trial report, that itself is worth knowing.

3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

38 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

Corrections and comments

PubMed lists nothing against this paper. Absence here is not a guarantee, only a check that was made.

5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

5 authors.

Radu Eugen RizeaDepartment of Neurosurgery, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, "Carol Davila", 020021 Bucharest, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-3848-0893
Antonio-Daniel CorlatescuDepartment of Neurosurgery, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, "Carol Davila", 020021 Bucharest, Romania.ORCID 0009-0007-9232-1176
Horia Petre CostinDepartment of Neurosurgery, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, "Carol Davila", 020021 Bucharest, Romania.ORCID 0000-0002-6347-9958
Adrian DumitruDepartment of Neurosurgery, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, "Carol Davila", 020021 Bucharest, Romania.ORCID 0000-0003-3784-7355
Alexandru Vlad CiureaDepartment of Neurosurgery, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, "Carol Davila", 020021 Bucharest, Romania.

Funding

No grant is acknowledged in the PubMed record.

6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This review offers an in-depth examination of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), addressing its epidemiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostic techniques, and current as well as emerging treatments. The purpose is to condense key findings and illustrate the complexity of ALS, which is shaped by both genetic and environmental influences. We reviewed the literature to discuss recent advancements in understanding molecular mechanisms such as protein misfolding, mitochondrial dysfunction, oxidative stress, and axonal transport defects, which are critical for identifying potential therapeutic targets. Significant progress has been made in refining diagnostic criteria and identifying biomarkers, leading to earlier and more precise diagnoses. Although current drug treatments provide some benefits, there is a clear need for more effective therapies. Emerging treatments, such as gene therapy and stem cell therapy, show potential in modifying disease progression and improving the quality of life for ALS patients. The review emphasizes the importance of continued research to address challenges such as disease variability and the limited effectiveness of existing treatments. Future research should concentrate on further exploring the molecular foundations of ALS and developing new therapeutic approaches. The implications for clinical practice include ensuring the accessibility of new treatments and that healthcare systems are equipped to support ongoing research and patient care.

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Amyotrophic Lateral SclerosisAnimalsBiomarkersGenetic TherapyHumansMitochondriaOxidative StressBiomarkersamyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)biomarkersgene therapyneurodegenerationstem cell therapytherapeutic approaches

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PMID39337454
PMCPMC11432652

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