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The patient perspective
"It is important to make an accurate diagnosis in a person with suspected Parkinson's
disease as this has an important bearing on prognosis."[1]
disease as this has an important bearing on prognosis."[1]
Delays in accurate diagnosis can lead to psychological stress for both the patient and their carer, as can the need to revise an incorrect diagnosis.[1]
"Accurate early diagnosis is the key to effective long-term treatment and management
of Parkinsonism."[3]
1. Parkinson's Disease National Clinical Guideline for Diagnosis and
Management in Primary and Secondary Care,
Royal College of Physicians 2006; London UK
2. Grosset D et al. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry 2007; 78: 465-9
3. Meara J et al. Age Aging 1999; 28: 99-102
Royal College of Physicians 2006; London UK
2. Grosset D et al. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry 2007; 78: 465-9
3. Meara J et al. Age Aging 1999; 28: 99-102
