Publications by authors named "G S Merki-Feld"

Purpose: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is often diagnosed in people of reproductive age. However, family planning counselling is not always integrated within MS care. Decisions on family planning can be further complicated by potential side effects associated with several disease-modifying therapies.

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Introduction: Migraine and endometriosis are chronic disabling pain conditions. There is evidence for a shared genetic background. Migraine phenotype and course in patients with the comorbidity are insufficient investigated.

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Background: There are limited real-world data in Switzerland examining the impact of erenumab, a fully human IgG2 monoclonal antibody targeting the calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) receptor, on migraine-related quality of life.

Objective: This 18-month interim analysis of 172 patients with episodic or chronic migraine from the SQUARE study provides first prospective insights on the impact of mandatory erenumab treatment interruption, following Swiss-reimbursement requirements, in a real-world clinical setting in Switzerland.

Findings: Recruited patients receiving 70 or 140 mg erenumab underwent treatment interruption on average 11.

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  • A study by the European Board and College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and European Society of Contraception assessed contraception, abortion care, and pre-conceptional services across 26 European countries.
  • Significant disparities were found in the access and quality of these services, indicating a need for improvement through targeted training and educational initiatives.
  • The lack of a cohesive network of healthcare providers and the absence of tailored educational resources for nurses and midwives limit professional development, which could negatively affect the quality of care for women.
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  • There isn't enough good information about choosing birth control for people with multiple sclerosis (MS).
  • An expert group from around the world created guidelines to help doctors talk to their patients about family planning and contraception.
  • They came up with 24 important suggestions about when and how to discuss birth control, what kinds are safe, and how to choose the best options for different patients.
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