Publications by authors named "Teresa Kleinz"
Ther Adv Neurol Disord
August 2024
Article Synopsis
- Vagal atrophy is a significant feature of Parkinson's disease and is linked to autonomic dysfunction, prompting a study on the vagus nerve in atypical Parkinsonian syndromes like multiple system atrophy (MSA) and progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP).
- The study compared vagus nerve characteristics across MSA and PSP patients, Parkinson's disease patients, and healthy individuals to explore their potential as biomarkers for orthostatic dysregulation.
- Results showed a high prevalence of abnormal autonomic responses in MSA and PSP, with a correlation between the size of the vagus nerve and autonomic function in these patients, highlighting differences in vagal atrophy compared to healthy controls.
Article Synopsis
- A study found that polyneuropathy (PNP) is common in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD), affecting around 65.85% of participants at the start and deteriorating in 21.95% over 2 years.
- The research included comprehensive evaluations and nerve conduction studies to assess PNP, which was linked to older age and more severe PD symptoms.
- The findings highlight the need for more extensive studies to understand the relationship between PD and PNP, particularly the progression and underlying mechanisms involved.
