GPi-DBS-induced brain metabolic activation in cervical dystonia
Conclusions
GPi-DBS increases metabolic activity at the stimulation site and sensorimotor network. The clinical benefit and adverse effects are mediated by modulation of specific networks.
Source: Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry - Category: Neurosurgery Authors: Honkanen, E. A., Rönkä, J., Pekkonen, E., Aaltonen, J., Koivu, M., Eskola, O., Eldebakey, H., Volkmann, J., Kaasinen, V., Reich, M. M., Joutsa, J. Tags: Movement disorders Source Type: research
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