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    Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A Guide for Patients and Families, 3rd Edition
    Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A Guide for Patients and Families, 3rd Edition
    ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, cannot be cured but it can be treated. A great deal can be done to treat the symptoms of ALS, to improve an individual's quality of life, and to help families, caregivers, and loved ones to cope with the disease. This extensively revised and rewritten new edition of the bestselling Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis: A Guide For Patients and Families addresses all of those needs, and brings up-to-date important information to those living with the reality of ALS. The book is completely revised throughout and contains NEW information on: Recently developed approaches to treating ALS symptoms Use of non-invasive ventilators Multidisciplinary team care New guidelines being developed by the American Academy of Neurology for patients with ALS The use of riluzole (Rilutek) to treat ALS Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis covers every aspect of the management of ALS, from clinical features of the disease, to diagnosis, to an overview of symptom management. Major sections deal with medical and rehabilitative management, living with ALS, managing advanced disease, end-of-life issues, and resources that can provide support and assistance in this time of need.
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    Book Author
    Hiroshi Mitsumoto
    Genre Family, Health & Fitness
    Binding
    PERFECT BINDING (PAPERBACK)
    Format
    Large Print 16 Pt Edition (Standard Large Print)
    ISBN
    9781458753571,9781459613744
    Publisher
    Springer Publishing Company, Inc.
    Age Range
    General
    Approximate delivery

    Up to 20 business days (?)

    Publication Date
    07-Apr-2011

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