Very-Low-Dose Levodopa Therapy for Pediatric Neurological Disorders: A Preliminary Questionnaire in Japan

Introduction: Post-synaptic dopamine receptor supersensitivity (DARSS) has been extensively researched by Dr. Masaya Segawa, who has investigated the efficacy of very-low-dose levodopa therapy (VLDT; 0.5-1 mg/kg/day). Considerable Japanese research supports the possibility that VLDT could be used to treat pediatric neurological disorders. We conducted an on-line survey in 2014 to collect real-world data on the use of VLDT to treat DARSS. Methods: A two-step survey, including a screening test and…

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