In the past five years significant progress has been made in our basic and clinical under­ standing of Parkinson's disease. The discovery that MPTP, a relatively simple molecule, is able to induce parkinsonism in otherwise healthy adult humans, and the recent interest in the possibility of "transplantation" procedures as a therapeutic modality in the treatment of Parkin­ son's disease have generated enormous interest in research related to Parkinson's disease. In this setting, the National Parkinson Foundation decided to organize a research meeting to bring together scientists actively engaged in research relevant to the study of Parkinson's disease, to accelerate its progress and to promote an exchange of ideas. This meeting took place in Janu­ ary 1988 at Key Biscayne, Florida. It was decided to publish the proceedings ofthis meeting to allow rapid documentation of the participants current findings and views regarding this rapidly of this volume follows the organization of the meeting and begins evolving field. The structure with a clinical and neuropathological review of current knowledge regarding Parkinson's dis­ ease. Since dopaminergic neurons playa major role in the pathophysiology of the disease, many of the contributions relate to some aspects of dopaminergic function including localiza­ tion, regulation, and pharmacology of dopamine receptors. A special effort has been made to provide a summary of the present knowledge of the cellular biology of the dopaminergic neurons.

The thoroughly updated Fifth Edition of this popular book provides a practical introduction to contemporary neurology for nonspecialists. It offers straightforward guidance on diagnosis and management of all disorders affecting the central and peripheral nervous systems. Each chapter includes case studies with multiple-choice questions, plus a bulleted list indicating when to consult a neurologist. This edition features increased emphasis on treatment, including drugs, devices, and rehabilitation. The authors provide complete information on all new neurologic drugs—including dosage and interactions—and discuss herbal and alternative medicines where appropriate. This edition also includes more tables and illustrations to speed clinicians’ access to information.

Product Description: To view the hardcover edition of Parkinson's Disease: Diagnosis and Clinical Management, 2nd Edition click here.Parkinson's disease (PD) is the second most common neurodegenerative disease in the world. Still the only major text on the subject, the completely revised and updated second edition of Parkinson's Disease: Diagnosis and Clinical Management comes at a time when specialists have made important advances in our understanding of the etiology, pathogenesis, investigation, and management of Parkinson's disease...read more

Product Description: Recent innovations, including deep brain stimulation and new medications, have significantly improved the lives of people with Parkinson’s disease. Nevertheless, medical, emotional, and physical challenges remain. The second edition of this accessible and comprehensive guide provides crucial information for managing this complex condition, including details on the use of medications, diet, exercise, complementary therapies, and surgery...read more

Product Description: Thoroughly revised to reflect the latest advances in treatment and research, this volume is the most comprehensive, current clinical reference on psychiatric symptoms associated with movement disorders. This edition's expanded section on Parkinson's disease includes new chapters on anxiety disorders; sleep disorders, sexual dysfunction, apathy, and other neuropsychiatric complications; behavioral side effects of newer medications; and behavioral changes following deep brain stimulation and ablative surgery...read more

Product Description: An invaluable addition to the library of any neurologist, this book updates and presents the current state of the art clinical approaches to this subject, assisting neurologists and physicians alike in this difficult but increasingly common situation.

Product Description: An invaluable addition to the library of any neurologist, this book updates and presents the current state of the art clinical approaches to this subject, assisting neurologists and physicians alike in this difficult but increasingly common situation.

This book provides detailed management of both urgent situations and emergent situations for the practicing neurologist. Because urgent problems can become emergent situations, it not only discusses true emergencies but those common urgent situations which the neurologist often encounters in treatment of acute and chronic neurologic disease. The text describes relevant pathophysiology and pathology, and management and treatment approaches. It also covers a range of subjects within neurology and is designed to allow for each chapter to be read independently. (view table of contents)

Product Description: Explores the major psychiatric and behavioural abnormalities that often accompany movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease. This work presents critical information on the cognitive changes and associated psychological problems, and addresses treatment and management issues...read more

Product Description: St. Anthony's Hospital, Denver, Colorado.Eighth volume in a series on the total, interdisciplinary management of patients with Parkinson's. For nurses, speech pathologists, physical and occupational therapists, psychologists, neurologists, and nutritionists.

Product Description: Providing information on the etiology of sexual dysfunction with a focus on sexual dysfunction and specific disease states such as Parkinson's, diabetes, neurological disease, etc. Divided into 4 comprehensive sections this monograph (1) reviews the neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of sexual function and the clinical evaluation of male and female sexual dysfunction and the two procedures that can be used by neurologists in practice for the evaluation o...read more

Product Description: There has been a surge of progress made in recent years in Parkinson's research. The cloning of receptors for dopamine has been realized, and significant advances have been made in understanding the molecular nature of the interaction between dopamine and mediation of its actions in the brain...read more

Product Description: Book by Weiner, William J., Lang, Anthony E., M.D.