Early indicators, early treatments, neuroprotection in multiple sclerosis
By: O. Hommes, G. Comi, (Eds.).
Contributors: Hommes, Otto R.; Comi, G. 1947-.
Series: Topics in neuroscience
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published: 2004
Place of publication: Milano; New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 199
Subjects: Multiple sclerosis -- Pathophysiology.; Multiple sclerosis -- Treatment.; Multiple Sclerosis -- physiopathology.; Multiple Sclerosis -- therapy.
Description: Early diagnosis is a new challenge for the neurologist, as demonstrated by the advantages of early treatment of multiple sclerosis with interferon beta. The rationale for early treatment is extensively reviewed together with the mechanism underlying irreversible damage in MS.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.