"Parkinson's Disease in the Older Patient, Second Edition" has been fully revised, updated and expanded to include new treatments and entirely new chapters. This authoritative text is written by recognised national specialists in the field and provides accessible, easy-to-read information. The practical and versatile approach comprehensively covers all aspects of treatment, and although it focuses on the older patient, it is also highly relevant for younger patient groups with an emphasis on multidisciplinary assessment and management. Detailed information on the aetiology and pathogenesis of the condition, drug and surgical treatments, sleep disturbances, quality of life and careers is now included, along with the more prevalent older patient issues such as neuropsychiatric disturbances, speech and swallowing problems, balance and falls, and autonomic disturbances. The updates also include new advice on the management and services in primary care, linked to the recent NICE guidelines.With official endorsement from The Parkinson's Disease Academy of the British Geriatrics Society, this new edition is highly recommended for general practitioners, geriatricians, neurologists and psychiatrists. Physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, dieticians, and psychologists will also find it invaluable. It is suitable for general and specialist nurses, and will be of great use to researchers with an interest in Parkinson's disease.

Part 1: Background

* History of Parkinson’s disease
* Aetiology, pathology and pathogenesis
* Epidemiology of Parkinson’s disease

Part 2: Diagnosis and Assessment

* Diagnosis and differential diagnosis
* Assessment and quality of life

Part 3: Non-motor Dysfunction

* Neuropsychiatry
* Autonomic Dysfunction
* Oral problems - speech, diet and oral care
* Sleep dysfunction in Parkinson’s disease

Part 4: Motor Dysfunction

* Motor problems in Parkinson’s disease - fluctuations, gait, balance and falls
* Driving and safe mobility in Parkinson’s disease

Part 5: Therapy and Management

* Organisation of services and health economics
* Parkinson’s and the general practitioner
* Rehabilitation and the interdisciplinary team
* The Parkinson’s disease nurse specialist
* Drug therapy
* Neurosurgery
* Complementary and alternative medicine
* Caring for the Carers
* Palliative care

This is a brilliant book from start to finish. It is the best and most complete discussion of Parkinson's disease extant. The numerous tables, diagrams, and algorithms are all clear and add much information. The flow of the book, from the intellectual history of the disease to the current science, from establishing the diagnosis to the comprehensive management of the patient (and his or her carers) makes it engaging throughout. This book illustrates the breadth and depth and complexity of geriatric medicine in the real world. This handsome gem of a book will sell out like the first edition. Get your copy now. 4 Stars!' DOODY'S