The Handbook of Neuroprotection

This Handbook reviews neuroprotection based on contemporary understanding of the molecular basis of neurological disorders. Cutting-edge and innovative, the book documents neuroprotective effects of established drugs, as well as new drugs in development.

Describes the neuroprotective effects of established and newer drugs which have undergone clinical trials

Provides comprehensive coverage of the topic through the prism of multiple neurological disorders

Serves as a key reference volume for neurologists and pharmacologists

Inhalt

Introduction.- Neuroprotective Agents.- Neuroprotection in Cerebrovascular Disease.- Neuroprotection in Traumatic Brain Injury.- Neuroprotection in Spinal Cord Injury.- Neuroprotection in Neurodegenerative Disorders.- Neuroprotection in Parkinson's Disease.- Neuroprotection in Alzheimer's Disease.- Neuroprotection in Huntington's Disease.- Neuroprotection in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.- Neuroprotection in Miscellaneous Neurological Disorders.- Neuroprotection of the Optic Nerve and the Retina.- Neuroprotection during Anesthesia and Surgery.- Future Prospects of Neuroprotective Therapies.