## Abstract Parkinson's disease (PD) is mainly characterized by its motor manifestations, but it is also frequently associated with dementia. Early diagnosis of PD dementia (PDD) is particularly important because effective cholinesterase inhibitor treatments are available. This study aimed at valid
Co-occurrence of parkinsonism and dementia in clinical practice
β Scribed by I. Liepelt-Scarfone; M. Jamour; W. Maetzler
- Publisher
- Springer
- Year
- 2012
- Tongue
- English
- Weight
- 483 KB
- Volume
- 45
- Category
- Article
- ISSN
- 0948-6704
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