Clinical Aspects of Multiple Sclerosis Essentials and Current Updates

Clinical Aspects of Multiple Sclerosis Essentials and Current Updates offers readers a comprehensive and up-to-date analysis of multiple sclerosis (MS) and its related disorders, providing the latest research findings and insights to ensure readers are well informed. This book thoroughly examines the underlying genetic factors contributing to the development of the disease while emphasizing the significant role of vitamin D in both the pathogenesis and treatment of MS. Furthermore, this book provides essential information on current treatment guidelines for effectively managing MS during pregnancy. This includes a specific focus on optimizing outcomes and addressing the complexities involved, healthcare professionals are equipped to handle the challenges presented by this specific patient population. Overall, this book delivers meticulous, updated, and extensive information on all aspects of MS, from demographic features and etiopathogenesis to the latest diagnostic and therapeutic interventions. With a focus on delivering valuable knowledge and practical insights, Clinical Aspects of Multiple Sclerosis Essentials and Current Updates serves as an essential resource for healthcare professionals and researchers seeking a deeper understanding of MS. Explores the practical applications of optical coherence tomography (OCT) and OCT angiography (OCTA) in assessing MS.Delves into utilizing advanced imaging modalities and corresponding radiological findings for the diagnosis and monitoring. Includes cutting-edge technologies: 7 Tesla (7T) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), diffusion tensor imaging (DTI), positron emission tomography (PET), and magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MR spectroscopy). INDICE: Introduction of multiple sclerosis and its subtypes, including the new terms clinically isolated syndrome and radiologically isolated syndrome, and diagnostic criteria including McDonald 2017 updatesIntroduction to neuromyelitis optica spectrum disordersMultiple sclerosis epidemiology, epigenetics, and causative factorsNonmultiple sclerosis demyelinating disorders and common mimickers and masquerading of multiple sclerosisCurrent and emerging therapies in multiple sclerosis and practice guidelinesPediatric multiple sclerosis and current guidelines on DMT therapy in pediatric MSPrepregnancy, pregnancy, and postpregnancy planning in patients with multiple sclerosisRare variant of multiple sclerosisImaging of multiple sclerosis, related disorders, and emerging conceptsApplication of optical coherence tomography and angiography in multiple sclerosisCognitive impairment in multiple sclerosis

• ISBN: 978-0-323-95343-6
• Editorial: Academic Press
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 402
• Fecha Publicación: 16/01/2024
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés