Abstract
Idiopathic Parkinson’s disease (IPD) has a prevalence of about 0.3 % in the general population with prevalence increasing to 5 % by age 85. The disease is fairly rare less than 50 years of age. Smoking appears to be a protective factor, with less smokers progressing to IPD [1].
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Family Medicine |
Subtitle of host publication | Principles and Practice |
Publisher | Springer International Publishing |
Pages | 851-859 |
Number of pages | 9 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9783319044149 |
ISBN (Print) | 9783319044132 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 1 Jan 2016 |
Externally published | Yes |