Ccsvi As The Cause Of Multiple Sclerosis: The Science Behind The Controversial Theory (mcfarland Health Topics)

Changes are occurring in the multiple sclerosis community. The disease, which has always been considered autoimmune, may be related to vascular problems, in which circulation in the cerebrospinal system is impaired, thereby preventing the proper drainage of venous blood from the brain. This timely book includes a history of MS, an explanation of autoimmunity, and examines the recent research relating to this new theory of MS and how the venous model compares to the standard model of the disease. It also offers practical suggestions for people with MS who wish to seek evaluation and possible treatment under the new model, as well as a chapter detailing experiences of some people who have recently received treatment. Paolo Zamboni MD published his first paper describing the theory that MS may be a type of venous insufficiency in 2006. Since that time, he has published numerous other groundbreaking studies that have further elucidated the idea.But Dr Zamboni isn't the first MS researcher to noticeproblems with veinsin MS;the factthat enlarged veins arein thecenter of MS lesions was noted as early as the 1860's and is well known today. But what do these widened veins tell us about MS?This book follows this journey of discovery and highlights related MS research that supports the theory. Referencing over 250 research papers published in the field of MS,it tells the MS story from a venous perspective.For interested patients it also includes a detailed section on how these venous issues could be treated --the so called "liberation therapy" or procedure--highlighting concerns that patients should discuss with their personal physician if they should seek treatment.Thereare also12 patientstories including severalwho were treatedat Stanford in 2009 as well asthe story ofone of the patients treated by Dr Zamboni in 2006.Reviewed by the leading researchers in this field including Dr Zamboni with a foreword by E. Mark Haacke PhD, this book is a must have for people wanting to understand this model. Marie Rhodes is an RN and patient/advocate for MS who is active in the online community. 10% of author proceeds goes to CCSVI Alliance, a 501(3)(c) charityfor CCSVI research where she is a volunteer patient board member.

Changes are occurring in the multiple sclerosis community. The disease, which has always been considered autoimmune in nature, may be related to vascular problems, in which circulation in the cerebrospinal system is impaired, thereby preventing the proper drainage of venous blood from the brain. This timely book includes a history of MS, an explanation of autoimmunity, and examines the recent research relating to this new theory of MS and how the venous model compares to the standard model of the disease. It also offers practical suggestions for people with MS who wish to seek evaluation and possible treatment under the new model, as well as a chapter detailing experiences of some people who were recently treated. This is a valuable addition to the literature on coping with MS.

"This timely book includes a history, an explanation of autoimmunity, and recent research relating to this new theory. It also offers practical suggestions for people with MS who wish to seek evaluation and possible treatment under the new model, as well as a chapter detailing experiences of some people who were recently treated"--Provided by publisher. The politics of change Multiple sclerosis : history and epidemiology The immune system and autoimmunity in MS CCSVI theory : MS as a vascular disease Evidence of venous changes in multiple sclerosis Endovascular treatment : the "liberation" procedure Patient stories.