Parkinson’s disease a guide to medical treatment First Edition by Michael Carranza,Madeline R Snyder,Jessica Davenport Shaw,Theresa A Zesiewicz ISBN 8897419410 978-8897419419

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ISBN 10: 8897419410 

ISBN 13: 978-8897419419

Author: Michael Carranza, Madeline R. Snyder, Jessica Davenport Shaw, Theresa A. Zesiewicz

 In Parkinson’s disease, the past half-century of research has brought many fascinating advances in treatment. Proper identification and treatment of both motor and non-motor symptoms lead to a better overall quality of life, reducing stress incurred by both patient and caregiver. This book provides a comprehensive description of current treatment options for patients with Parkinson’s disease.

Table of contents:

 Title Page;

Colophon ;

Sommario; 

1 Epidemiology, Diagnosis, and Pathophysiology of Parkinson’s Disease;

1.1 A Brief History of Parkinson’s Disease;

 1.2 Clinical Features of Parkinson’s disease;

 1.3 Epidemiology of Parkinson’s Disease;

 1.4 The Neurochemistry of Parkinson’s Disease;

 1.5 Pathophysiology of Parkinson’s Disease;

1.6 Diagnosing Parkinson’s Disease;

1.7 The Stages of PD;

References;

2 Pharmacology of Treatments for Parkinson’s Disease Motor Symptoms;

2.1 Levodopa and Levodopa/Carbidopa;

2.2 Dopamine Agonists;

 2.3 Catechol-O-Methyltransferase (COMT) Inhibitors.

 2.4 Anticholinergic medications

2.5 Amantadine (Symmetrel®, Symadine®);

2.6 Monoamine Oxidase B (MAO-B) Inhibitors;

References;

3 Medical Management of Motor Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease;

3.1 Management of Early Parkinson’s Disease;

3.2 Treatment of Advancing Parkinson’s Disease: Levodopa Rescue;

 3.3 Management of Advanced Parkinson’s Disease: Complications of Therapy;

3.4 Considerations for the Management of Hospitalized Patients With Parkinson’s Disease;

3.5 Conclusion;

References; 

4 Treatment of Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in PD;

 4.1 Treatment of Depression and Anxiety.

 4.2 Treatment of Dopaminergic-induced Psychosis

4.3 Treatment of Impulse Control Behaviors;

 4.4 Treatment of Cognitive Impairment and Dementia in PD;

References;

5 Clinical Treatment of Dysautonomia in PD;

5.1 Orthostatic Hypotension;

5.2 Sexual Dysfunction;

5.3 Constipation;

5.4 Siallorhea;

5.5 Abnormal Sweating (Dyshidrosis);

 5.6 Urinary Incontinence;

 References;

 6 Clinical Treatment of Sleep Disorders in PD;

6.1 Insomnia;

6.2 Treatment of Excessive Daytime Somnolence and Sleep Attacks;

6.3 Treatment of Restless Leg Syndrome and Periodic Limb Movements of Sleep.

 6.4 Treatment of REM Sleep Behavior DisorderReferences;

 7 Clinical Treatment of Non-motor Symptoms, Sensory Abnormalities and Fatigue;

7.1 Treatment of Pain in PD;

7.2 Treatment of Fatigue in PD;

References;

 8 Patient Q & A: 25 Questions About PD and the Clinical Management of its Motor and Non-motor Symptoms;

 8.1 How fast does PD progress? What can I expect in the coming years in terms of mobility?;

 8.2 I recently was diagnosed with PD. Can my adult children get PD?;

 8.3 Are generic medications different from brand names? Can I use them?;

 8.4 How often should I be seeing my physician for PD?

8.5 Should I have a primary care physician?

8.6 I am a female who was recently diagnosed with PD, and I have a long history of oral contraceptive use. A friend told me she read that birth control use may put you at higher risk for developing PD. Is this true?;

 8.7 What are some future treatments for PD? Does stem cell therapy play a role?;

 8.8 What is gene therapy?;

8.9 What surgical treatment options are available for patients with PD? Are all PD patients candidates for surgery?

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