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What is the definition of Migraine with Brainstem Aura?
Migraine with brainstem aura (MBA) is a type of migraine headache with aura that is associated with pain at the back of the head on both sides. An aura is a group of symptoms that generally serve as a warning sign that a bad headache is coming. Auras may consist of dizziness and vertigo, slurred speech, ataxia, tinnitus, visual changes, and/or loss of balance. The exact underlying cause of MBA is poorly understood. Migraines are likely complex disorders that are influenced by multiple genes, in combination with lifestyle and environmental factors. In rare cases, susceptibility to MBA may be caused by a change in the ATP1A2 gene or CACNA1A gene.
What are the alternative names for Migraine with Brainstem Aura?
  • Migraine with brainstem aura
  • Basilar artery migraine
  • Basilar migraine
  • Basilar-type migraine
  • Bickerstaff migraine
  • Brainstem migraine
  • MBA
  • Vertebrobasilar migraine
Who are the top Migraine with Brainstem Aura Local Doctors?
Peter J. Goadsby
Elite in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
Dr. Peter J. Goadsby
Neurology
Elite in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
Dr. Peter J. Goadsby
Neurology

The Regents Of The University Of California

300 Medical Plaza, B200, 
Los Angeles, CA 
310-794-1195
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Peter Goadsby is a Neurologist in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Goadsby is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Headache, Cluster Headache, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

Elite in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
Messoud Ashina
Elite in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
Messoud Ashina
Copenhagen, DK 

Messoud Ashina practices in Copenhagen, Denmark. Ashina is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Their top areas of expertise are Migraine, Headache, Familial Hemiplegic Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, and Thrombectomy.

 
 
 
 
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Anders Hougaard
Elite in Migraine with Brainstem Aura
Anders Hougaard
Copenhagen, DK 

Anders Hougaard practices in Copenhagen, Denmark. Mr. Hougaard is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Migraine with Brainstem Aura. His top areas of expertise are Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Familial Hemiplegic Migraine, Migraine, and Headache.

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What are the latest Migraine with Brainstem Aura Clinical Trials?
Induction of Migraine Attacks With Aura Using Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Induction of Migraine Attacks With Aura Using Calcitonin Gene-Related Peptide: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: August 06, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: Calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP) is a key neuropeptide in migraine pathophysiology and treatment. This study investigates whether CGRP administration can trigger aura in individuals with a diagnosis of migraine with aura.

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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Via Telehealth + Amitriptyline Compared to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Via Telehealth: Pediatric Migraine Prevention (Responding With Evidence and Access for Childhood Headaches)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Via Telehealth + Amitriptyline Compared to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Via Telehealth: Pediatric Migraine Prevention (Responding With Evidence and Access for Childhood Headaches)
Enrollment Status: Recruiting
Publish Date: June 12, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug, Behavioral
Study Phase: Not Applicable

Summary: This comparative effectiveness study will clarify current first-line preventive treatment approaches for use by neurologists, psychologists, and primary care providers in the context of real world care, and will demonstrate the feasibility of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) via telehealth for youth with migraine. The focus is on applying evidence-based care and enhancing access to it. CBT via t...

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center