• Journal of neurology · Oct 1997

    Review

    Palliative care in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

    • G D Borasio and R Voltz.
    • Department of Neurology, University of Munich, Klinikum Groflhadern, Munich, Germany.
    • J. Neurol. 1997 Oct 1;244 Suppl 4:S11-7.

    AbstractThe poor prognosis of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) makes palliative care a challenge for the neurologist. Most disabilities associated with progressive disease can be ameliorated by symptomatic treatment. Prognosis and treatment options should be openly discussed with the patient and his/her relatives. Nutritional deficiency due to pronounced dysphagia can be efficiently relieved by a percutaneous enterogastrostomy. Respiratory insufficiency can be treated by non-invasive ventilation at home, provided the familial environment is supportive. Adequate assistance and palliative treatment in the terminal phase is of paramount importance.

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