Unlocking the Secrets of Multiple Sclerosis: A Comprehensive Guide

Written by renowned experts Moses Rodriguez, Orhun H. Kantarci, and Istvan Pirko from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, this latest edition to the ‘Contemporary Neurology Series’ fills a significant gap in the field of neurology, offering a unique and integrative approach to understanding and treating Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

A Bridge Between Simplistic Therapy and Basic Science

This book bridges the gap between overly simplistic therapy manuals and basic science texts that discuss human disease only insofar as it mimics what is observed in animal models. By providing a pathophysiological explanation of why treatments work, this comprehensive guide enables healthcare professionals to make informed decisions and develop individualized treatments that address the basic pathophysiologic processes that characterize each patient’s disease.

Efficient Integrative Approach to Symptomatic Treatment

The authors focus on providing an efficient integrative approach to symptomatic treatment, avoiding over-medication and side effects. This approach acknowledges the heterogeneous causes of MS and the need for individualized treatments.

Coverage of Basic Research Aspects and Treatment Options

‘Multiple Sclerosis’ covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Epidemiology
• Neuropathology
• Genetics
• Immunology
• Sleep and MS
• Steroids and pharma treatments
• Neuropsychology and MS
• Growth factors and MS

The authors also make use of flow diagrams, bulleted points, and tables to help readers better understand MS and its etiology and treatment.

Product Details

Series: Contemporary Neurology (Book 84)

Hardcover: 216 pages

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA; 1 edition (June 14, 2013)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0199740461

ISBN-13: 978-0199740468

eText ISBN: 9780199970193