Nonmotor symptoms in 32 patients with Parkinson disease

Gandara, Philippe Salles; Chana-Cuevas, Pedro

Abstract

Background: Nonmotor symptoms of Parkinson disease significantly hamper the quality of life of patients and have prognostic significance. Aim: To evaluate the presence of nonmotor symptoms in patients with Parkinson disease. Material and Methods: A structured interview was carried out in 32 patients aged 74 +/- 9 years (53% men) with Parkinson disease asking specifically for impulse control disorders and dopaminergic dysregulation. The following scales were also applied: Hoehn & Yahr scale, Montreal Cognitive Assessment, Geriatric depression scale, Nonmotor symptom scale and REM sleep scale. Results: A high frequency of nonmotor symptoms was recorded, specially mood, sleep, urinary and gastrointestinal problems and impulse control disorders. Conclusions: Nonmotor symptoms must be actively sought and managed in patients with Parkinson disease.

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Título según WOS: Nonmotor symptoms in 32 patients with Parkinson disease
Título de la Revista: REVISTA MEDICA DE CHILE
Volumen: 148
Número: 8
Editorial: SOC MEDICA SANTIAGO
Fecha de publicación: 2020
Página de inicio: 1075
Página final: 1082
Notas: ISI