Our panel of experts explore the pathophysiology of vasomotor symptoms in menopause and their impact on quality of life, assess the role of neurokinin receptor antagonists, and discuss strategies for incorporating these novel options into practice to optimize patient care.
EP. 1: Impact of Vasomotor Symptoms on Patient Quality of Life
Panelists discuss how vasomotor symptoms undermine physical comfort, sleep, and long-term health, emphasizing integrative management to restore overall quality of life.
EP. 2: Pathophysiology of Vasomotor Symptoms in Menopause
Panelists discuss how hormonal decline and KNDy neuron overactivation drive vasomotor symptoms and inform the development of targeted neurokinin receptor therapies.
EP. 3: Unmet Needs in Managing Vasomotor Symptoms in Menopause
Panelists discuss how limited treatment options and systemic barriers underscore the urgent need for accessible, targeted therapies for vasomotor symptoms.
EP. 4: NK Receptor Antagonism as Therapeutic Strategy for Vasomotor Symptoms
Panelists discuss how NK receptor antagonism provides a targeted, nonhormonal strategy that addresses the physiological root of vasomotor symptoms.
EP. 5: Managing Vasomotor Symptoms With NK3 Receptor Antagonism
Panelists discuss how NK3 receptor antagonism through fezolinetant offers effective, rapid relief from VMS with a strong safety profile and nonhormonal benefits.
EP. 6: Dual NK3/NK1 Receptor Antagonism for Vasomotor Symptoms
Panelists discuss how dual NK3/NK1 receptor antagonism may expand therapeutic benefits by targeting multiple neural pathways involved in VMS and mood regulation.
EP. 7: Efficacy and Safety of Elinzanetant in Vasomotor Symptoms in Menopause
Panelists discuss how elinzanetant demonstrates strong efficacy and safety across trials, reinforcing neurokinin modulation as a viable core treatment for VMS.
EP. 11: Beyond Vasomotor Symptoms: The Potential Role of NK Receptor Antagonism in Mood and Sleep
Panelists discuss how NK receptor antagonism may improve mood and sleep quality, linking thermoregulation with broader emotional and cognitive health benefits.
EP. 12: Positioning NK Receptor Antagonism in the Vasomotor Symptoms Treatment Landscape
Panelists discuss how NK receptor antagonists can be strategically positioned as core nonhormonal options within the broader VMS treatment landscape.
EP. 14: Final Thoughts on Vasomotor Symptoms and NK Receptor Antagonism
Panelists discuss how advancing NK receptor research is reshaping menopause care, emphasizing education, innovation, and patient empowerment for lasting impact.