James C. Lark
Botulinum Toxin: Therapeutic Uses, Procedures and Efficacy: Therapeutic Uses, Procedures and Efficacy
Botulinum Toxin: Therapeutic Uses, Procedures and Efficacy: Therapeutic Uses, Procedures and Efficacy
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Botulism is a severe illness caused by botulinum toxin, but intensive treatment can prevent death. It can also be used as a treatment for various illnesses, such as musculoskeletal disorders, sialorrhea, hyperkinetic movement disorders, and hemimasticatory and hemifacial spasm in scleroderma.
Format: Hardback
Length: 210 pages
Publication date: 01 June 2022
Publisher: Nova Science Publishers Inc
Botulism is a severe illness characterized by difficulty speaking and paralysis. It is caused by the neurotoxic protein botulinum toxin, which is produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. While the disease can be fatal, intensive treatment can usually prevent death in most cases. However, botulinum toxin can also be used as a treatment for various illnesses when administered in the correct doses.
This volume consists of four chapters that explore the therapeutic applications of botulinum toxin. Chapter One provides an overview of the mechanism of action, therapeutic uses, best practices, current applications, effectiveness, and available evidence regarding the use of botulinum toxin in various musculoskeletal disorders. Chapter Two delves into the technical aspects of botulinum toxin use for treating sialorrhea and reports on the observed outcomes. Chapter Three discusses the use of botulinum toxin in treating hyperkinetic movement disorders such as blepharospasm, oromandibular dystonia, and hemifacial spasm. Lastly, Chapter Four focuses on the use of botulinum toxin for treating hemimasticatory and hemifacial spasm in scleroderma.
In conclusion, botulism is a serious illness that requires prompt medical attention. However, with intensive treatment, the majority of cases can be successfully managed, and botulinum toxin can also be used as a treatment for various illnesses when administered in the correct doses. The chapters in this volume provide valuable insights into the therapeutic uses of botulinum toxin and its potential benefits for patients with various musculoskeletal and movement disorders.
Weight: 420g
Dimension: 157 x 233 x 19 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781685078171
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