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Erschienen in: Neurological Sciences 1/2012

01.05.2012 | CONTROVERSIES IN PROPHYLAXIS

Polytherapy for migraine prophylaxis

verfasst von: G. Casucci, V. Villani, D. Cologno, F. D’Onofrio

Erschienen in: Neurological Sciences | Sonderheft 1/2012

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Abstract

Migraine is a chronic neurological disorder with episodic manifestations, progressive in some individuals. Preventive treatment is recommended for patients with frequent or disabling attacks. A sizeable proportion of migraineurs in need of preventive treatment does not significantly benefit from monotherapy. This short review evaluates the role of pharmacological polytherapy in migraine prevention.
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Metadaten
Titel
Polytherapy for migraine prophylaxis
verfasst von
G. Casucci
V. Villani
D. Cologno
F. D’Onofrio
Publikationsdatum
01.05.2012
Verlag
Springer Milan
Erschienen in
Neurological Sciences / Ausgabe Sonderheft 1/2012
Print ISSN: 1590-1874
Elektronische ISSN: 1590-3478
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10072-012-1060-7

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