Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple Sclerosis
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This concise, abundantly illustrated text provides a complete overview of multiple sclerosis. By including recent research findings in genetics, immunology and pathophysiology, the authors provide reliable and up-to-date guidance on the epidemiology, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of MS. Of particular interest to neuroscientists and neurologists will be the reviews of experimental models of MS, pathology of the demyelinated plaque, HLA associations and the role of immune mechanisms. Contributors analyze the environmental and geographical factors in the etiology of MS, including the possible role of infectious agents. The clinical sections of the book include discussion of neurological, sexual, psychological and cognitive disturbances. A review of diagnostic criteria and rehabilitation measures are prominent features of this highly practical book.
- First English edition of a successful German book
- Pathophysiology and treatment issues are discussed
- Volume features state of the art illustrations and photomicrographs
Reviews & endorsements
"...a comprehensive textbook dealing with the topic of multiple sclerosis, including pathology, immunopathogenesis, clinical and laboratory features, patient management issues, rehabilitation and pharmacological therapy...The strengths of the text include the very broad range of topics covered including historical and epidemiological aspects as well as items of rehabilitation and problems with topics that receive less attention in neurology text books such as sphincter and sexual dysfunction and general patient management issues." Gordon Francis, The Canadian Journal of Neurological Sciences
Product details
May 2012Adobe eBook Reader
9781139243605
0 pages
0kg
55 b/w illus. 2 colour illus.
This ISBN is for an eBook version which is distributed on our behalf by a third party.
Table of Contents
- Part I. General Aspects:
- 1. Historical perspective
- 2. Pathology and experimental models
- 3. Genetics and immunology
- 4. Epidemiology
- 5. Pathogenesis
- 6. Pathophysiology of impaired neural transmission
- Part II. Clinical Aspects:
- 7. Symptomatology
- 8. Diagnosis
- 9. Disease course
- 10. Prognosis
- 11. Differential diagnosis
- 12. Assessment of performance, ability, and disability
- Part III. Management and Therapy:
- 13. Symptomatic treatment and nutrition
- 14. Therapy
- Appendix: Assessment scales.
