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A historical review describes ALS as a multisystem disorder

Original source

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS): new insights 156 years after Charcot's masterful description.Arq Neuropsiquiatr · 13 August 2026 (opens in a new tab)

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A historical review traces amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) from Charcot’s 1869 description to current understanding. It says ALS is now recognised as a neurodegenerative disorder affecting more than the motor system, including cognitive and behavioural functions.

Why this matters

This provides context for people with ALS, families and clinicians about why the condition may involve more than muscle weakness, atrophy and spasticity. It does not report a new treatment or change current care.

Limitations and context

This is a historical article and does not present a new clinical study, treatment or trial result. Its discussion reflects a review of changing medical understanding rather than new patient data.

Summarised by Compass 14 August 2026

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