Marjo S. van der Knaap
Clinician-scientist and expert on vanishing white matter disease who coauthored the consensus management recommendations and discussed practical implementation of the management card.
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Mar 2, 2026 • 3min
Consensus Recommendations for Diagnosis and Management of Vanishing White Matter - Part 2
Marjo S. van der Knaap, clinician-scientist and vanishing white matter expert, and Romy J. van Voorst, researcher and patient advocate, discuss a patient management card co-developed with families and clinicians. They cover why families needed harmonized care, how the card is used in consultations and emergencies, and which practical recommendations support decision-making and preventive measures.
Feb 26, 2026 • 2min
Consensus Recommendations for Diagnosis and Management of Vanishing White Matter - Part 1
Marjo S. van der Knaap, clinical neurologist and researcher focused on leukodystrophies, discusses vanishing white matter. She describes the disease's stress sensitivity and unpredictable course. The conversation highlights MRI clues that prompt genetic testing and how the consensus recommendations guide clinical decision making. Practical diagnostic triggers and imaging patterns are emphasized.
