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July 2023 PMID 37212343

Neurodegenerative disease after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in metachromatic leukodystrophy.

Murtadha Al-Saady, Shanice Beerepoot, Bonnie C Plug, Marjolein Breur, Hristina Galabova, Petra J W Pouwels, Jaap-Jan Boelens, Caroline Lindemans, Peter M van Hasselt, Ulrich Matzner, Adeline Vanderver, Marianna Bugiani, Marjo S van der Knaap, Nicole I Wolf

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8
Peak: 3 in Jun 2023
across 3 sources since May 2023

Extended reach

17,358
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Total likes

7

Video views

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May 2023 – Oct 2023

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What people are saying

The overall tone highlights the significance of gray matter degeneration in disease progression, with phrases like 'New in @ANA_journals' and references to ongoing initiatives indicating curiosity and recognition of the research's relevance; words like 'investigating' and mention of specific brain regions suggest active interest but limited depth in evaluating implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the article's findings, indicating general agreement on its observations that gray matter degeneration persists despite HSCT.

InterestHigh interest

The posts reflect high interest, with hashtags and mentions suggesting active engagement with ongoing research in leukodystrophy and neurodegeneration.

EngagementModerate engagement

The comments show some depth, referencing specific elements like MRI findings and enzyme activity, but lack detailed critique or alternative viewpoints.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions hint at potential shifts in understanding disease progression post-transplant but don't explicitly explore broad clinical or research implications.

Abstract in brief

  • Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT) can help stabilize white matter damage in metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD), but some patients still experience neurological decline due to gray matter pathology.
  • MRI scans of worsening patients show atrophy in brain areas like the cortex, thalamus, and cerebellum, while histology reveals a lack of donor cells and low arylsulfatase A enzyme activity in gray matter structures.
  • The study suggests that gray matter degeneration plays a significant role in disease progression post-transplant, indicating that HSCT might not fully address the gray matter component of MLD.]
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Jun 25, 2023 · 4 likes · 8,470 followers View post →
Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network
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Investigating #Neurodegenerative Disease After #HematopoieticStemCellTransplantation (#HSCT) in #MetachromaticLeukodystrophy New in @ANA_journals from the Global #Leukodystrophy Initiative Clinical Trials Network (@TheGLIA_CTN): https://t.co/PP0A8YdqTn

Jul 27, 2023 · 3 likes · 8,470 followers View post →
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Murtadha Al-Saady: Neurodegenerative disease after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in metachromatic leukodystrophy https://t.co/BiBmEQEMnD

Jun 1, 2023 · 124 followers View post →
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Murtadha Al-Saady: Neurodegenerative disease after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in metachromatic leukodystrophy https://t.co/BiBmEQEMnD

Jun 1, 2023 · 124 followers View post →

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Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network
@rarediseasesnet · X

Investigating #Neurodegenerative Disease After #HematopoieticStemCellTransplantation (#HSCT) in #MetachromaticLeukodystrophy New in @ANA_journals from the Global #Leukodystrophy Initiative Clinical Trials Network (@TheGLIA_CTN): https://t.co/PP0A8YdqTn

Jul 27, 2023 · 3 likes · 8,470 followers View post →
Rare Diseases Clinical Research Network
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Jun 25, 2023 · 4 likes · 8,470 followers View post →
CHOP Publication Bot
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Murtadha Al-Saady: Neurodegenerative disease after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in metachromatic leukodystrophy https://t.co/BiBmEQEMnD

Jun 1, 2023 · 124 followers View post →
CHOP Publication Bot
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Murtadha Al-Saady: Neurodegenerative disease after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in metachromatic leukodystrophy https://t.co/BiBmEQEMnD

Jun 1, 2023 · 124 followers View post →
CHOP Publication Bot
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Murtadha Al-Saady: Neurodegenerative disease after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation in metachromatic leukodystrophy https://t.co/BiBmEQEMnD

May 22, 2023 · 124 followers View post →