BACKGROUND: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) may be viewed as a paradigmatic
disease for palliative care in neurodegenerative disorders. However, standards of care for …

The poor prognosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) makes palliative care a challenge
for the neurologist. Most of the disabilities from progressive disease can be effectively …

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a relentlessly progressive and fatal
neurodegenerative disease characterized by progressive weakness of voluntary muscles of …

Background Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a relentlessly progressive
neurodegenerative condition. Optimal management requires a palliative approach from …

As palliative care physicians become increasingly involved in the care of patients with
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), they will be asked to provide guidance regarding the …

The evidence base for diagnosis and management of ALS is still weak, and curative therapy
is lacking. Nonetheless, early diagnosis and symptomatic therapy can profoundly influence …

Recently, formal standards for the management of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) have
been proposed by the American Academy of Neurology (AAN). However, there are few …

Amytrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or motor neurone disease) is a progressive
neurodegenerative disease that can cause profound suffering for both the patient and their …

As with other chronic neurologic diseases, many of the problems engendered by the
disease can be managed effectively with a beneficial impact on quality of life and m some …

OBJECTIVE: To study clinical practices and patient outcomes near the end of life in
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). BACKGROUND: Patients, families, and healthcare …