[Olfactory dysfunction in neurodegenerative disorders].
Impairment of olfaction is a characteristic feature of many neurodegenerative diseases. This review summarizes the available information about olfactory function in distinct neurodegenerative conditions and indicates the advantageous use of olfactory testing in the diagnosis of Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's dementia.
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Interdisziplinäres Zentrum Riechen und Schmecken, Universitätsklinikum der TU Dresden, Fetscherstrasse 74, 01307 Dresden. antje.haehner@uniklinikum-dresden.de
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D006801:Humans; D019636:Neurodegenerative Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology*; D000857:Olfaction Disorders / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000503:physiopathology*