作者: Pierpaolo Turcano , Rodolfo Savica
DOI: 10.1016/B978-0-444-64123-6.00019-9
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摘要: A number of studies reported the possible differences between men and women in movement disorders. Evidence shows that estrogens may have a neuroprotective effect modulate neurodevelopment different brain structures. Movement disorders including Parkinson's disease, dementia with Lewy body, Huntington's Tourette's syndrome, dystonia among others display significant clinical sexes, structural dopaminergic pathways women. Here we summarize most relevant aspects some common disorders, highlighting disease onset, presentation, therapy, outcomes. Increased recognition these help physicians better understand pathophysiology conditions provide tailored therapeutic approach.