title: [Epidemiological and clinical problems in multiple sclerosis].
abstract: After a short discussion of the incidence rate and the distribution of multiple sclerosis in the world, some epidemiological problems are dealt with. Multiple sclerosis is a relatively frequent disease occurring mainly in zones of temperate climate, in highly civilised and technically advanced countries, and it is mainly found among the white (European) race. Clinically important appraisal criteria are pointed out. Retaining or regaining of efficiency and working capacity are regarded as simple assessment criteria of long-term therapeutic efforts.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D005006:Ethnicity; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009103:Multiple Sclerosis / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000628:therapy*; D012050:Rehabilitation, Vocational; D012959:Socioeconomic Factors
vernacular_title: Epidemiologische und klinische Probleme der Multiplen Sklerose.