Main description:

Motor Neuron Disease in Adults reviews new information as it applies to all aspects of motor neuron disease (ALS, PLS, PMA). The choice of articles is for those that use evidence-based methods to ensure that the new information is solid and advances the topic or issue. The book can be used by anyone who provides any type of care to ALS patients. In particular, neurologists will find the latest information on diagnosis and management, as well as new information on
genetics and frontotemporal lobe involvement. Allied health providers will find useful information for their discipline. Patients will also find both specific and general information to help understand what they are experiencing and how to help manage their symptoms.

Contents:

Introduction to "Motor Neuron Disease" ; 1. History of the Recognition of Motor Neuron Disease ; 2. Nomenclature & Classification of Motor Neuron Disease ; 3. Clinical Anatomy, Physiology and Pathology of Motor Neuron Disease ; 4. Clinical Features of Motor Neuron Disease ; 5. Frontotemporal Dysfunction and Dementia in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis ; 6. Laboratory Tests for Motor Neuron Disease ; 7. Biomarkers for Motor Neuron Disease ; 8. Imaging in Motor Neuron Disease ; 9. Diagnostic Criteria for Motor Neuron Disease ; 10. Differential Diagnosis of Motor Neuron Disease ; 11. Progression of Motor Neuron Disease ; 12. Epidemiology of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis ; 13. Genetics of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Frontotemporal Dementia: ; 14. Genome-wide Screening to Identify ALS-associated Genes: ; 15. Pathology of ALS and Frontotemporal Lobar Degeneration: ; 16. Convergence and Divergence in ALS Syndrome: Genetics, Molecular Pathways and Molecular Mechanisms: ; 17. Immunologic Aspects of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: ; 18. Cyanobacteria, ALS, and the BMAA Hypothesis ; 19. Animal models of Adult Motor Neuron Disease ; 20. Multidisciplinary Clinics and Practice Parameters/Guidelines ; 21. Allied Health and Other Providers ; 22. Respiratory Assessment and Management ; 23. Nutritional Assessment and Management ; 24. Communication Assessment and Management ; 25. Psychological and Psychiatric Assessment and Management ; 26. Symptoms and Management ; 27. Intimacy, Sexuality and Pregnancy ; 28. Quality of Life ; 29. Caregiver Issues ; 30. End of Life Care ; 31. Costs of ALS Care: ; 32. Clinical Trial Designs in ALS: ; 33. Stem Cell Therapy for Motor Neuron Disease: