Innovative Non-Invasive Method for Measuring Intracranial Pressure to be Presented at the 2024 ASCO Annual Meeting
Cambridge, MA – 05/16/24 – Researchers are set to unveil a groundbreaking non-invasive method for measuring intracranial pressure (ICP) at the 2024 American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting, held from May 31 to June 4 at the Chicago Convention Center in Chicago, IL.
The research team, led by Dr. Priya Kumthekar of Northwestern Memorial Hospital, includes esteemed colleagues Margaret Schwartz, Seema Nagpal, Isabella C. Glitza, Peter Forsyth, William Gormley, Rajan Patel, Marcie A. Glicksman, and Adam M. Sonabend. Their abstract, titled "Novel Non-Invasive Method for Measuring Intracranial Pressure for Drug Delivery and Other Neurologic Disorders," will be featured in the Central Nervous System Tumors category, with a specific focus on Brain Metastases and Primary CNS Tumors – Glioma and Non-Glioma.
About the Research:
Leptomeningeal carcinomatosis (LC) presents significant clinical challenges, frequently necessitating intrathecal (IT) drug delivery for treatment. However, IT treatment can alter intracranial pressure, potentially causing neurological damage. EnClear Therapies has developed an innovative approach for monitoring ICP externally through a minimally invasive intrathecal catheter. This device allows for real-time monitoring of ICP changes and facilitates the collection of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) samples, which are essential for tracking biomarkers over time.
"We look forward to presenting our findings at the ASCO Annual Meeting," said Dr. Kumthekar. "Our non-invasive method has the potential to revolutionize how we manage intracranial pressure in patients with neurologic disorders, offering a safer and more accessible approach."
The presentation will include compelling data from studies performed on non-human primates, demonstrating both the efficacy and potential clinical utility of this novel sensor device.
Media Inquiries:
For more information about the abstract and the research, please contact EnClear Therapies at https://lnkd.in/eX7MvQ_i.
About the ASCO Annual Meeting:
The ASCO Annual Meeting is the premier educational and scientific event in oncology, bringing together professionals from around the world to discuss the latest advancements in cancer research and treatment.
About Northwestern Memorial Hospital:
Northwestern Memorial Hospital is a leading academic medical center committed to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing medical knowledge through research and innovation.
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