A retrospective, naturalistic study of deep brain stimulation and vagal nerve stimulation in young patients
ConclusionYoung patients may have distinct vulnerabilities for increased psychiatric symptoms during treatment with invasive neuromodulation. Child and adolescent psychiatrists should consider a more proactive approach and greater engagement with DBS and VNS teams that treat younger patients.
Source: Brain and Behavior - Category: Neurology Authors: Deniz Yuruk,
Can Ozger,
Juan F. Garzon,
Paul A. Nakonezny,
Jennifer L. Vande Voort,
Paul E. Croarkin Tags: ORIGINAL ARTICLE Source Type: research
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