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Scientific basis for the treatment of Parkinson's disease

By Nestor , Gálvez-Jiménez

Book information

Publisher
Taylor & Francis
Year
2005
ISBN
1-84214-182-1, 0-203-33776-X, 9781842141823
Language
english
Format
PDF
Filesize
5 MB (5074571 bytes)
Edition
2nd ed
Pages
359\493
Time added
2016-04-05 23:00:00

Description

Completely updated including coverage of the Parkin gene, this second edition unveils advances in the genetics of Parkinson's Disease (PD). The author reviews the role of alpha synuclein in the genesis of PD and covers tau protein and related diseases, MPTP and drug induced PD, oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, and apoptosis. He explores pharmacological approaches to the treatment of PD such as the use of COMT inhibitors and dopamine agonist and advances in technology such as devices that provide additional treatment options including deep brain stimulation and transplantation. The book concludes with new chapters covering the differential diagnosis of PD and related disorders

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