This edition has been revised to reflect important new findings of relevance to patients with Parkinson's disease and their families. The book is designed as a resource from which the non-medical reader can obtain critical information on research and treatment. A special highlight of this edition is a chapter on the genetic aspects of the disease. The recent resurgence of stereotaxic pallidotomy is addressed in the completely revised surgery chapter, which also presents a thorough discussion of neural grafting and foetal transplants. The authors have also revised and expanded the chapters exploring the concepts of the disease and its symptoms, including a closer look at the Lewy body, which is now central to concepts of the disease. In addition, this volume provides the latest information on drug therapies, explains new terms and presents authoritative projections for the future.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
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Comprehensive, up-to-date, practical guide.,
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This review is from: Parkinson's Disease: A Guide for Patient and Family (Paperback)
Dr. Duvoisin and Dr. Sage have compiled an excellent guide that takes the reader from the basics of what Parkinson's disease is to the latest theories of the mechanisms of Parkinson's. It also goes ino great detail on the diffrent types of medications for the treatment of the disease. Included are exercise recomendations for the various stages and dietary considerations. This book is not just another Parkinson's disease book - it is a must for Care-giver and patient alike.
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This review is from: Parkinson's Disease: A Guide for Patient and Family (Paperback)
This book is an informative guide to almost everything anyone would want to know about Parkinson's Disease. It has in depth information about diagnosis, meds, and a great amount of information on ways to manage this disease. The book was bought for a patient, but the nurses I work with all wanted a copy. In my opinion, the text is at a college reading level--it is not simplified, and readers not familiar with medical terms would want to keep a medical dictionary handy. It would make a very good resource for the patient with a high reading level and for members of the medical team who are looking for resources for patient education on Parkinson's Disease.
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This book is invaluable for the newly diagnosed Parkinson's patient and caregiver. Well-written in easily understood language, it lays out the symptoms, treatment, and what to expect. We are much better prepared to deal with this disease and the lifestyle changes it entails as a result of the information herein.
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