Imaging of genetic and degenerative disorders primarily causing Parkinsonism

Handb Clin Neurol. 2016:135:493-505. doi: 10.1016/B978-0-444-53485-9.00024-6.

Abstract

In this chapter the structural and functional imaging changes associated with both genetic causes of Parkinson's disease and the sporadic condition are reviewed. The role of imaging for supporting diagnosis and detecting subclinical disease is discussed and the potential use and drawbacks of using imaging biomarkers for monitoring disease progression are debated. Additionally, the use of imaging for differentiating atypical parkinsonian syndromes from Parkinson's disease is presented.

Keywords: MRI; MSA; PET; PSP; Parkinson; SPECT; genetic; sonography.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Brain / diagnostic imaging*
  • Dopamine / metabolism
  • Humans
  • Image Processing, Computer-Assisted
  • Neurodegenerative Diseases / complications*
  • Neuroimaging*
  • Parkinsonian Disorders* / diagnostic imaging
  • Parkinsonian Disorders* / etiology
  • Parkinsonian Disorders* / genetics

Substances

  • Dopamine