Flexible vs. Standard Subthalamic Stimulation in Parkinson disease: a Double-Blind Proof-of-Concept Cross-Over Trial

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the subthalamus (STN) is effective for the treatment of cardinal motor signs of Parkinson disease (PD). Structures around the STN can suppress dyskinesia and tremor (zona incerta) and improve gait and balance (substantia nigra pars reticulata).

Source: Parkinsonism and Related Disorders - July 7, 2021 Category: Neurology Authors: Derrick Soh, Ricardo Maciel, Musleh Algarni, Karlo Lizarraga, Aaron Loh, J ürgen Germann, Gavin Elias, Alexandre Boutet, Renato P. Munhoz, Suneil K. Kalia, Mojgan Hodaie, Andres M. Lozano, Alfonso Fasano Tags: Short communication Source Type: research