STN Versus GPi Ddeep Brain Stimulation for Action and Rest Tremor in Parkinson ’s Disease

ConclusionBoth STN and GPi DBS reduced PD associated AT and RT at 12 months follow-up. There was no advantage of either brain target in the management of RT or AT. One nuance of the study was that STN DBS was more effective in suppressing AT in the early postoperative period, however, this effect diminished over time. Clinicians should be aware that it may take longer to achieve a similar tremor outcome when utilizing the GPi target.

Source: Frontiers in Human Neuroscience - October 23, 2020 Category: Neuroscience Source Type: research