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Review
. 2005 Jul;7(7):458-63.

Subthalamic stimulation for Parkinson's disease

Zvi Israel  1 , Sharon Hassin-Baer
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  • PMID: 16011063
Free article
Review

Subthalamic stimulation for Parkinson's disease

Zvi Israel et al. Isr Med Assoc J. 2005 Jul.
Free article

Abstract

Subthalamic nucleus stimulation by means of permanently implanted brain electrodes is a very effective therapy for all the cardinal features of Parkinson's disease. In appropriate patients, motor improvement is accompanied by a significantly improved quality of life and a reduced necessity for medication. This article briefly reviews the indications, technique and postoperative management of patients undergoing subthalamic nucleus stimulation.

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