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Palliative care for Parkinson's disease.

Jeffrey Sheung Ching Ng1

  • 1Palliative medicine physician, Haven of Hope Hospital, Hong Kong, China. ngscj@ha.org.hk.

Annals of Palliative Medicine
|January 9, 2018
PubMed
Summary

Parkinson's disease (PD) management benefits from palliative care, offering a holistic approach to address motor and non-motor symptoms. This review examines recent literature on palliative care interventions for PD patients and their caregivers.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Palliative Care
  • Neurodegenerative Diseases

Background:

  • Parkinson's disease (PD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder impacting quality of life.
  • Current treatments for PD are not disease-modifying.
  • Motor and non-motor symptoms significantly affect patients and caregivers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review recent literature on palliative care for Parkinson's disease.
  • To highlight the benefits of a holistic approach in managing PD.
  • To address symptom control, communication, and caregiver support.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent articles on palliative care for PD.
  • Synthesis of findings related to patient and caregiver needs.
  • Focus on recent advancements and best practices.
Keywords:
Parkinson’s disease (PD)motor symptomspalliative careprognostication

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Main Results:

  • Palliative care offers a comprehensive strategy for managing PD symptoms.
  • Holistic care addresses multifaceted patient needs, improving quality of life.
  • Caregiver support is a crucial component of effective palliative care in PD.

Conclusions:

  • Palliative care is essential for individuals with Parkinson's disease.
  • A multidisciplinary approach enhances symptom management and patient well-being.
  • Further research into palliative care interventions for PD is warranted.