At the Ready for a New Standard of Alzheimer's Care: Preparing Your Practice for the New Era of Amyloid-Targeting Therapies
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About This Presentation
Co-Chairs, Gil Rabinovici, MD, and David A. Wolk, MD, FAAN, discuss Alzheimer’s disease in this CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA activity titled “At the Ready for a New Standard of Alzheimer's Care: Preparing Your Practice for the New Era of Amyloid-Targeting Therapies.” For the full presentation, downlo...
Co-Chairs, Gil Rabinovici, MD, and David A. Wolk, MD, FAAN, discuss Alzheimer’s disease in this CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA activity titled “At the Ready for a New Standard of Alzheimer's Care: Preparing Your Practice for the New Era of Amyloid-Targeting Therapies.” For the full presentation, downloadable Practice Aids, and complete CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA information, and to apply for credit, please visit us at https://bit.ly/41D5Vj1. CME/MOC/NCPD/AAPA credit will be available until October 7, 2025.
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he Ready for a New Standard
of Alzheimer’s Care
Preparing Your Practice for the New Era of
Amyloid-Targeting Therapies
Gil Rabinovici, MD David A. Wolk, MD, FAAN
Edward & Pearl Fein Distinguished Professor Director, Alzheimer's Disease
Director, UCSF Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
Research Center Co-Director, Penn Institute on Aging
Departments of Neurology, Radiology and Co-Director, Penn Memory Center
Enhance your understanding of the mechanisms of action
and latest evidence supporting the use of new and emerging
amyloid-targeting therapies (ATTs) for the management of early
symptomatic AD
Increase your ability to identify patients with early symptomatic
AD for whom anti-amyloid therapy would be an appropriate
treatment option
Augment your skills needed to employ principles of shared
decision-making when educating patients and care partners
about the risks, benefits, and goals of treatment with ATTs
Activation of resting microglia by ATTs + The hypothesized mechanism
behind the reduction of AB plaques
for all ATTs involves the activation of
microglia, which then phagocytize
fibrillar AB and facilitate its
degradation via the
endosomal/lysosomal pathway
The monoclonal antibodies
their preferential selectivity for
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may translate into differences
in efficacy and safety
Donanemab only binds to highly
toxic pyroglutamate-modified AB
peptides that are only found in
amyloid plaques
Lecanemab preferentially binds to
AB protofibrils
Aducanumab preferentially binds to
AB plaques and oligomers
Gantenerumab binds to several
forms of AB
Solanezumab preferentially binds to
AB monomers
Disease-Modifying Therapies to Be Approved in AD*?
Impact on AD Pathobiology
Can lower amyloid plaques substantially and make many patients “amyloid-negative” within 12-18 months of
treatment
Consistent signals of impact on other AD biomarkers, including some biomarkers of abnormal tau,
neuroinflammation, and possibly neurodegeneration
Impact on Slowing of Clinical Decline
* Consistent evidence for moderate group-level efficacy (slowing of clinical decline for the “average” patient)
when amyloid plaques are sufficiently lowered in the right patients (clinically early-stage AD: mild cognitive
impairment and mild dementia stages of AD)
Treatments provide, “on average,” the equivalent “savings” of about 5-7 months of expected decline
compared to placebo over 18 months
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Note: While patients in the TRAILBLAZER-ALZ 2 trial were evaluated for amyloid clearance based on amyloid PET
Centiloid scores, the prescribing label recommends “consider stopping dosing with donanemab based on reduction of
amyloid plaques to minimal levels on amyloid PET imaging,” suggesting that a negative amyloid PET based on the
visual read is sufficient.
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+ Initial detection and assessment of cognitive symptoms to identify risk factors for AD and
to rule out non-AD pathologies (should be performed by PCP)
— Don't dismiss mild memory complaints
- Assessments include
> Patient history, including family history
> Care partner perspective
> Medical and disease history
> Medications
> Lifestyle data (smoking, alcohol, exercise)
> Lab tests (B12, TSH, full blood count, BG, liver and renal function tests)
> Physical exam
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Stage 2: Transitional decline: mild detectable change, but minimal
impact on daily function
ATTs are Stage 3: Objective cognitive impairment insufficient to result in
approved for significant functional loss (MCI)
patients in
stages 3 and 4 Stage 4: Mild dementia
Loss of independence with
Stage 5: Moderate dementia progressively greater loss of
function
Stage 6: Severe dementia
Note: Clinical stages 3-4 correspond to
+ MoCA score ~ 18 to 25, or
+ MMSE score ~ 20 to 30
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+ MRI rules out other non-AD causes of cognitive impairment, including
- Cerebrovascular disease: microangiopathic changes and micro/lacunar infarcts
— Mass lesions: tumors, cysts, abscesses
— Traumatic brain injury: gliosis, hemorrhagic contusions, subdural hematomas
+ MRI identifies changes that are suggestive of AD
- Focal atrophy (ie, hippocampal atrophy, medial temporal lobe atrophy)
- Microbleeds are suggestive of cerebral amyloid angiopathy
+ MRI needed to evaluate patient eligibility for ATT antibody therapy
— Non-contrast MRI
- T1 FLAIR
- T2" GRE or susceptibility weighted imaging
— Diffusion-weighted imaging
- Preferably on a 3T magnet
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Revised Criteria for Biomarker-Based Diagnosis of AD!
Biomarker Category
CSF Imaging
Core 1 Biomarkers
A (AB proteinopathy) AB42/AB40 Amyloid PET + Core 1 biomarkers
define the initial stage
T, (phosphorylated tau) P-tau217, P-taut81 of AD that is detectable
in vivo
ABA2IABAO, P-tau217/ A
Lei toi P-tau181/AB42, | non-phosphorylated- + AD can be diagnosed
My T-tau/AB42 tau217 with any Core 1
biomarker
Note: Biomarkers in red boxes are FDA-approved and reimbursed by Medicare
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‘Advantage ions.
+ Associated with changes in management of patients
with MCI end dementia + Cost without coverage and stil dificult to get
PET scan's + Long history of use and standardized interpretation reimbursed by Medicare in many locations
‘Amyloid PET, tau PET + Muliple FDA-approved tracers + Limited capacity and availabilty
+ Reflects spatial distribution and amount of pathology « Invasivo (radiation)
+ Medicare wll now cover amyloid PET
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Test Name (Developer) Biomarker Modality
Florbetapir (Lily) ‘Amyloid PET NA FDA-approved
Florbetaben (Life Molecular Imaging) Amyloid PET NA FDA-approved
Flutemetamol (GE Healthcare) ‘Amyloid PET Amyioid plaques: NA FDA-approved
Flortaucipir (Lily) Tau PET Tau aggregates NA FDA approved
Elecsys AD (Roche) CSF ere Elecsys FDA-approved
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‘Clinical diagnosis of MCI or mild AD dementia
Positive biomarker for brain amyloid pathology
50-90 years of age
MMSE score 22-30 at screening and baseline
Have an identified care partner
Lecanemab (Clarity AD) Exclusion Criteria
‘Any medical, neurologic, or psychiatric condition that may be contributing
to the cognitive impairment or any non-AD MCI or dementia
>4 microhemorrhages
Any superficial siderosi
‘Any macrohemorrhage >1 em
‘Severe white matter changes
‘Cortical infarct involving a major vascular territory
21 lacunar infarct
‘Any immunological disease that is not adequately controlled or which
requires systemic treatment with immunoglobulins, MABS,
immunosuppressants, or plasmapheresis,
Contraindications for MRI
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Clinical diagnosis of MCI or mild AD dementia
Positive biomarker for brain amyloid pathology
Positive biomarker for brain tau pathology
60-85 years of age
MMSE score 20-28 at screening and baseline
Have an identified care partner
Donanemab (TRAILBLAZER-ALZ 2) Exclusion Criteria
‘Any medical, neurologic, or psychiatric condition that may be contributing
to the cognitive impairment or any non-AD MCI or dementia
>4 microhemorrhages
>1 area of superficial siderosis,
Any macrohemorrhage >1 om
‘Severe white matter changes
Cortical infarct not specified
Lacunar infarct not specified
AUR Exclusion Cri ia for Lecanemab
‘Any medical, neurologic, or psychiatric condition that may be contributing to the cognitive
COMORES) impairment or any non-AD MCI or dementia
>4 microhemorrhages
A single macrohemorrhage
Any superficial siderosis
Vasogenic edema
MRI-based >2 lacunar infarcts or stroke involving a major vascular territory
exclusion criteria
Severe subcortical hyperintensities consistent with a Fazekas score of 3
Evidence of amyloid beta-related angitis
CAA
Other major intracranial pathology that may cause cognitive impairment
Any history of immunologic disease (eg, lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn's
Immune-related disease) or systemic treatment with immunosuppressants, immunoglobulins, or monoclonal
antibodies or their derivatives
Bleeding disorder that is not under adequate control
Bleeding risk Patients on anticoagulants (coumadin, dabigatran, edoxaban, rivaroxaban, apixaban, betrixaban,
or heparin)
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ARIA results from amyloid in cerebral vessels (CAA) and can occur spontaneously in AD
Treatment-related + Risk of ARIA increases with antibodies that clear aggregated amyloid
changes noted on + Two pes of ARIA
i = ARIA-E: brain swelling (vasogenic edema)
neuroimaging: — ARIA-H: microhemorrhage, superficial siderosis, macrohemorrhage
ARIA-E and + ARIA is typically asymptomatic and resolves spontaneously
ARIA-H + When symptoms occur, they are usually mild-moderate (eg, headache, dizziness)
+ However, serious and life-threatening events rarely can occur
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+ Older Black Americans and Latino and Hispanic Americans are at higher risk than
older White Americans to develop dementia
+ Despite higher prevalence of AD in racial and ethnic minority populations, these
populations are less likely to be diagnosed at a mild stage and receive a less
comprehensive evaluation at an early stage
+ Black Americans, Latino and Hispanic Americans, Asian Americans and Pacific
Islanders, American Indians, and Alaska Natives were also under-represented in
Clinical trials for ATTs, which limits the generalizability of the trial outcomes to
these groups
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Addressing Barriers to Implementing ATTs in the Clinic
Site-specific protocols need to be developed to facilitate roll-out of ATTs
Every clinic/institution will have unique barriers and challenges to address
Assess biomarker testing capabilities
+ Evaluate radiology/nuclear medicine capacity for performing and interpreting PET
+ Accessibility of CSF biomarker testing and interpretation
Be proactive about patient safety
+ Determine capacity for APOE genotype testing and genetic counseling
+ Educate emergency physicians and PCPs about signs and symptoms of ARIA
Assess financial burden of treatment
+ Determine costs/copays of each component (eg, medication copays, infusion center
fees, amyloid PET scans, APOE tests, CSF tests, recurrent MRIs to monitor for ARIA),
+ Identify local processes and barriers to obtain reimbursement of expenses
= Insurance coverage for ATTs depends upon geographic location and provider
— Pharmaceutical companies have patient support services to assist eligible
patients with the cost of treatment
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+ Discussions between the patient, care partners, and members of the
healthcare team
+ A collaborative process that provides patients with the autonomy and support
they need and allows healthcare providers to feel confident in the care given
— Healthcare providers, patients, and care partners review the benefits/risks
of options
— Healthcare providers share information about the options and answer
questions
— A decision that reflects the best interests of the patient is made
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Provider barriers
+ Lack of expertise in decision-making
+ May not have all the information needed
Patient barriers
+ Patients may require additional support throughout the process
— May have more questions and may repeat questions
— May have multiple family members involved
— May have trouble remembering what was discussed
> Provide information using a multimedia approach: verbal face-to-face,
Topics to Include in a Shared Decision-Making Discussion With
Patients and Care Partners Regarding ATTs!
AA + Potential slowing of cognitive and functional decline, but symptoms are not expected to improve
treatment + How will effectiveness be measured in individual patients?
+ Risks of ARIA and symptoms to watch out for, such as headache, confusion, dizziness, and visual changes
+ What are possible complications of ARIA?
Risks of ATTs + What is the patient's individualized risk profile, based on their APOE genotype, baseline MRI brain scan,
comorbid medical conditions, and current medications?
Commitment! ‘Significant commitment of time/effort/burden to receive frequent infusions, after the commitment to confirm
burden elevated amyloid via PET or CSF testing, and additional follow-up MRIs to monitor for ARIA
+ How much will treatment cost?
Cost + What are the additional costs associated with treatment (eg, pretreatment evaluations, safety MRIs, etc.)?
+ What is the insurance coverage?
+ Would a clinician consider patients younger or older than the age range selected in the pivotal trials?
Questions + What is the duration of treatment, and when should a patient stop? (This may vary, depending on which
remaining ATT is being considered)
+ Would the option of participating in a clinical research trial studying a different type of DMT, or a trial
studying a drug or intervention to enhance cognition (symptomatic therapy), be more appealing?
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Educating Your Patients and Their Families/Care Partners
About ARIA
What do you need to know about amyloid-targeting therapies so that you can make an informed
decision about whether this treatment option is right for you?
The medication might cause some swelling and/or minor bleeding in your brain. This is called ARIA, and it is a common
side effect of this type of medication.
You will need several MRIs over your treatment course to monitor for ARIA
You are at higher risk for ARIA if you have 1 or 2 copies of the APOE e4 gene
ARIA is usually asymptomatic; however, sometimes ARIA presents with these symptoms
Confusion Neuropsychiatric E Gait Visual disturbance!
Ho and dizziness symptoms disturbance blurred vision
Seizure
À Call Your Doctor Immediately if You Experience A
Any of These Symptoms!
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+ Individuals experiencing early symptoms of AD are concerned about
— Memory (80%)
— Dependence (67%)
+ Most desired outcomes of AD treatment are
— Improvement or restoration of memory (67%)
— Stopping (58%) or slowing (33%) AD progression
— Maintaining ability to function, perform ADLs (25%)
+ Patients are also concerned about emotional well-being, a desire to preserve
independence, overall physical and mental health, and safety
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Treated With ATTs?
+ Refer to therapy, support groups, and social work if not already connected
+ Establish with community resources for at-home and community services
+ Counsel on the importance of lifestyle factors in building up “brain reserve” to prevent
cognitive decline
— Mediterranean diet, physical exercise, social engagement, cognitive engagement
— Maintaining stable overall health and properly managing chronic health conditions
(diabetes, OSA, HTN, HLD)
+ Medications for symptom management
- Cholinesterase inhibitors are appropriate for patients with mild, moderate, and severe
dementia due to AD
— Memantine is appropriate for patients with moderate to severe dementia due to AD
- SSRIs may be appropriate for symptoms of depression and anxiety
+ Clinical trials may be available
+ Other individualized management strategies PeerView
+ Prescribing any medication for patients with early AD must follow a risk-benefit
assessment
+ The majority of patients are over age 65 and have comorbid conditions
+ Physiologic changes of aging affect the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics
of drugs
+ Patients may be taking other medications that can interfere with the effectiveness
of dementia medications
+ Patients with early AD are at elevated risk of AEs and drug-drug interactions that
can limit the use of dementia medications
+ Patients with early AD may find it challenging to remain compliant with their
treatment regimen
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+ Listen carefully to what the person is saying; offer encouragement both verbally and
nonverbally (eg, make eye contact and nod)
+ Person's body language and facial expression can show a lot about their emotions
+ If you haven't fully understood what the person has said, ask them to repeat it; if you are still
unclear, rephrase their answer to check your understanding of what they meant
Supporting the person to express themselves
+ Allow the person plenty of time to respond—it may take them longer to process the
information and work out their response
+ Try not to interrupt the person—even to help them find a word—as it can break the pattern
of communication
+ If the person is upset, let them express their feelings; allow them the time that they need
and try not to dismiss their worries—sometimes the best thing to do is just listen and show
that you are there
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