基本説明
This book discusses some of the more common neuro-inflammatory diseases. Topics covered include multiple sclerosis, optic neuritis and Susac syndrome.
Full Description
Inflammation is a central mechanism in many neurological diseases, including stroke, multiple sclerosis, and brain trauma as well as meningitis and contributes to the generation of pain. We are now beginning to understand the impact of the immune system on different nervous system functions and diseases, ranging from damage through tolerance to modulation and repair.This book discusses some of the more common neuro-inflammatory diseases. Topics covered include multiple sclerosis, optic neuritis and Susac syndrome.
Contents
1. Multiple Sclerosis2. Optic neuritis3. Transverse myelitis4. Ischemic demyelination5. Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis6. Neurosarcoidosis7. Balo concentric sclerosis8. Neuromyelitis optica (Devic's disease)9. Necrotizing myelopathy10. Susac syndrome11. Central nervous system vasculitis12. Neuropsychiatric SLE13. Progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy14. Antiphospholipid antibody syndrome15. Current treatments for multiple sclerosis
