Primer on Multiple Sclerosis

1. Auflage 2011
ISBN: 978-0-19-536928-1
Verlag: Oxford University Press

Buch, Englisch, 504 Seiten, Format (B × H): 184 mm x 255 mm, Gewicht: 1216 g

Primer on Multiple Sclerosis was developed to provide a comprehensive overview of the clinical and basic science aspects of MS. It is designed to be of practical use to clinical neurologists, and addresses all of the major issues that may occur in the management of persons with MS. The reader is provided with the latest information on the science of MS, including immunology, genetics, epidemiology and pathology, as well as a summary of the newest directions
in basic science research. Guidelines for diagnosis and appropriate use of diagnostic modalities are presented. All clinical aspects of MS are discussed, including extensive information on aspects that may be more challenging for the neurologist to manage, such as sleep disorders and pain.

Disease modifying therapies, including those that are FDA approved, as well as off label and experimental therapies are discussed. Finally, there are chapters on employment and legal issues, as well as an overview of clinical trials and clinical trial outcome measures, which are helpful in reviewing the scientific literature in these areas.

Zielgruppe

The target audiences for this book are practicing neurologists and physiatrists, and Neurology/physiatry trainees. Primary audience is clinical neurologists. Could also be applicable to physiatrists, general practitioners, and neurology trainees. May also be appropriate for non-physician health care professionals e.g. nurses, nurse practitioners, PAs, etc.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Giesser, Barbara S.

Fachgebiete

• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Klinische und Innere Medizin Neurologie, Klinische Neurowissenschaft

Über Autor(innen)

Dr. Barbara Giesser is a Clinical Professor of Neurology and Clinical Director of the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Program at UCLA. She has been specializing in caring for persons with MS since 1982. In addition to her clinical and research activities, Dr. Giesser has been active in educational and advocacy efforts through her work with organizations such as the National MS Society and the American Academy of Neurology.