ISBN: 9386322331 9789386322333

Category: Medical / Clinical Medicine

Page count: 320

<p>Parkinsonism is a clinical syndrome characterised by tremor, bradykinesia, rigidity, and postural instability. Parkinsonism shares symptoms found in Parkinson's Disease, from which it is named; but parkinsonism is a symptom complex, and differs from Parkinson's disease which is a progressive neurodegenerative illness.</p> <p>This book is a guide to Parkinsonism for practising neurologists. Beginning with an overview of the condition, the next chapters discuss the differences between Parkinsonism and Parkinson’s Disease.</p> <p>The following sections cover the diagnosis and treatment of various disorders associated with Parkinsonism and both early and advanced Parkinson’s Disease. A complete chapter is dedicated to the use of Botulinum Toxin (Botox) in the management of Parkinsonism.</p> <p>Each chapter is supplemented by clinical cases to assist understanding of the complex condition.</p> <p>Edited by recognised experts in the field, the book is further enhanced by clinical photographs and illustrations. </p> <p>Key points</p> <ul> <li>Guide to Parkinsonism detailing differences between the condition and Parkinson’s Disease</li> <li>Covers diagnosis and treatment of disorders associated with both conditions</li> <li>Includes chapter on use of Botulinum Toxin (Botox) in the management of Parkinsonism</li> <li>Each chapter features clinical cases to assist understanding</li> </ul>