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Acoustics and Perception of Speech Related to ALS
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Acoustics and Perception of Speech Related to ALS
Summary of the symptoms and progression of the neuro-degenerative disorder known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).
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Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is a neuro-degenerative disorder producing deterioration of the motor cortex and motoneurons of the brainstem and spinal cord. In particular, patients are affected by the vulnerability of the cranial motoneurons that assist speech and swallowing. The disease usually leads to death in 3 to 5 years due to respiratory complications.More papers on Acoustics and Perception of Speech Related to ALS:
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Acoustics and Perception of Speech Related to ALS (2012, January 15). Retrieved February 10, 2012, from http://www.academon.com/Essay-Acoustics-and-Perception-of-Speech-Related-to-ALS/32297
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"Acoustics and Perception of Speech Related to ALS" 15 January 2012. Web. 10 Feb. 2012. <http://www.academon.com/Essay-Acoustics-and-Perception-of-Speech-Related-to-ALS/32297>
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