Current approaches in the treatment of Parkinson's disease.
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Abstract
Treatment options for patients with Parkinson's disease have rapidly expanded in the last five years. They now include pharmacologic therapies designed not only to improve parkinsonian symptoms, but also to prevent disease progression. In addition, neurosurgical options and other novel treatment strategies are being developed and may become clinically useful in the next decade. This chapter addresses current and evolving Parkinson's disease medications, future surgical interventions, and specific strategies for maximizing patient motor abilities.