Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
by Toshiyuki Araki (Ed.)
Publisher: Exon Publications 2021
ISBN-13: 9780645001778
Number of pages: 178
Description:
Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is a fatal, progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by motor neuron cell death in the brain and spinal cord. This book brings together a team of experts, both clinicians and basic scientists, to provide a comprehensive understanding of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, challenges, and approaches to combat this devastating disease.
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