Publisher's Synopsis
Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurological disorder, affecting around 4 million people worldwide. Although there is currently no cure for the disease, advances in research, diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson's have occured rapidly within the last five years, increasing the need for clear and up to date management guidelines for healthcare professionals.
This revised and updated edition provides invaluable information on the etiology, pathophysiology, treatments and mangement of this condition in a concise format. This book presents an evidence-based approach to each therapy area and examines in detail the very latest guidelines on diagnosis and management, including those from the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence.
This invaluable and easy to read book will provide an essential resource for general practitioners, junior doctors and Parkinson's disease Nurse Specialists.
