CCSVI as the cause of multiple sclerosis
Subtitle: the science behind the controversial theory
By: Marie A. Rhodes ; foreword by E. Mark Haacke
Series: McFarland health topics series; McFarland health topics
Publisher: McFarland & Co.
Published: 2011
Place of publication: Jefferson, N.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 247
ISBN-13: 9780786460380
Subjects: Multiple sclerosis; Physiopathology; Etiology; Cerebral Veins; Therapy; Treatment; Spinal Cord; Complications; Multiple Sclerosis; Blood supply; Venous Insufficiency
Description: "This timely book includes a history, an explanation of autoimmunity, and recent research relating to this new theory. It also offers practical suggestions for people with MS who wish to seek evaluation and possible treatment under the new model, as well as a chapter detailing experiences of some people who were recently treated"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 223-241) and index.
Table of contents: title: The politics of change; title: Multiple sclerosis : history and epidemiology; title: The immune system and autoimmunity in MS; title: CCSVI theory : MS as a vascular disease; title: Evidence of venous changes in multiple sclerosis; title: Endovascular treatment : the "liberation" procedure; title: Patient stories.