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Radiologically isolated syndrome: An update on a rare entity
Andrés Labiano-Fontcuberta1, Julián Benito-León2
1Department of Neurology, University Hospital "12 de Octubre," Madrid, Spain.
Multiple Sclerosis (Houndmills, Basingstoke, England)
|June 12, 2016
Summary
Radiologically isolated syndrome (RIS) is a rare neurological condition. This review details current findings, research challenges, and future strategies for understanding RIS.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neuroimaging
- Clinical Research
Background:
- Radiologically isolated syndrome (RIS) is a rare neurological entity.
- Understanding of RIS is evolving with new clinical and pathophysiological data.
Purpose of the Study:
- Outline state-of-the-art clinical and MRI findings in RIS research.
- Identify obstacles and controversial issues in current RIS research.
- Propose strategies for future RIS studies.
Main Methods:
- Topical review of existing RIS research.
- Synthesis of clinical and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data.
- Discussion of research challenges and controversies.
Main Results:
- Current clinical and MRI findings in RIS are presented.
- Key obstacles hindering RIS research are identified.
- Controversial aspects of RIS are discussed.
Conclusions:
- Further research is needed to overcome current obstacles.
- Addressing controversial issues will advance RIS understanding.
- Strategic approaches are crucial for future RIS studies.
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