Lessons from Germany and Austria's Successful MPS and Alpha-mannosidosis Screening Initiative

60 minutes
English
Rare Diseases
Alpha-Mannosidosis
AM

Early detection of MPS and Alpha-Mannosidosis can transform patient outcomes by reducing diagnostic delays. This 60-minute webinar, highlights successful German and Austrian initiatives that integrated simple screening tools into routine pediatric exams. Led by experts Dr Christina Lampe and Dr Florian Lagler, the session explores clinician education, practical test kits, and proven strategies that improved early diagnosis and can be replicated worldwide.

Summary

By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

  1. Understand how educational programs and practical test kits can reduce diagnostic delays in MPS and AM.
  2. Recognize how screening tools can be integrated into routine pediatric examinations.
  3. Evaluate the outcomes of the German and Austrian initiatives and their applicability to other healthcare settings.
  4. Explore how replicable screening models can be adapted for broader global use.

Agenda (CEST):

  • 5 min – Introduction – Christina Lampe (Moderator)
  • 10 min – Cutting Diagnostic Delays: How can we significantly reduce diagnostic time for MPS and AM – Christina Lampe
  • 10 min – Routine Exam Integration: How screening can be integrated into standard pediatric examinations – Christina Lampe
  • 10 min – Enhanced Clinician Awareness: Impact of focused educational efforts for medical professionals – Christina Lampe
  • 10 min – Practical Tools for Screening: Effective, user-friendly screening bundles – Florian Lagler
  • 10 min – Demonstrated Success: Tangible outcomes and diagnoses achieved through the programme – Florian Lagler
  • 10 min – Global Replicability: Adopting this effective screening model worldwide – Florian Lagler
  • 10 min – Q&A – Florian Lagler (Moderator)