In a nutshell This study explored the timing of progression of Parkinson’s disease using the Hoehn and Yahr scale. They concluded that the transition time between disease stages a useful way to measure disease progression. Some background The progression of Parkinson’s symptoms varies between people. The Hoehn and Yahr (H&Y) scale is...
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How effective is Duopa gel for motor symptoms in advanced Parkinson’s disease?
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of levodopa/carbidopa intestinal gel (Duopa) on improving severe motor symptoms for patients with advanced Parkinson’s disease. This analysis concluded that Duopa appears to improve symptoms in these patients. Some background A combination of levodopa and carbidopa is the...
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