Parkinson's Disease: A Guide for Patient and Family [Paperback]

Roger C. Duvoisin (Author), Jacob Sage (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0781729777 | ISBN-13: 978-0781729772 | Publication Date: September 15, 2001 | Edition: Fifth

The most popular and widely acclaimed guide for parkinsonian patients and their families is now in its thoroughly updated Fifth Edition. In layperson's terms, Drs. Duvoisin and Sage explain the pathology, symptoms, and course of Parkinson's Disease, discuss current drug therapies and surgical procedures, and examine the latest research on the genetics of parkinsonism.This edition features completely rewritten chapters on genetics and on surgery for Parkinson's Disease. New drugs and improvements in levodopa therapy are described, and a new chapter addresses the question of whether levodopa affects disease progression. An appendix lists the trade names, generic names, and formulations of commonly prescribed drugs.

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; Fifth edition (September 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0781729777
• ISBN-13: 978-0781729772
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,271,447 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive, up-to-date, practical guide., March 8, 1999

By A Customer

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.

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars From an RN, March 1, 1999

By A Customer

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.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Clear and Concise, October 11, 2005

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Barbara Rice (Rochester, NY) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Parkinson's Disease: A Guide for Patient and Family (Paperback)

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.