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The Palliation of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Description:
This PowerPoint presentation reviews the clinical features, epidemiology, pathophysiology and prognostic factors associated with ALS. It also discusses treatment management across the disease trajectory and considerations for patients receiving end-of-life care.
Author(s):
Dr. Fiona Punter MD, PhD, FRCPC
Year:
2015