Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis: a not-so-rare disease

Conclusion: In spite of the rarity of ALS, in our cohort, the observed incidence was double of that described in the literature, with predominance of the bulbar form, frequently associated with exposure to radioactive materials and asbestos.

Source: European Respiratory Journal - December 6, 2017 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Fernandes Palheiros Conde, B. D. C., Esteves Brandao, M., Raimundo, S., Ferreira, A., Winck, J. C. Tags: Noninvasive Ventilatory Support Source Type: research