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Review
. 2008 Sep;25(3):E9.
doi: 10.3171/FOC/2008/25/9/E9.

Vagus nerve stimulation: current concepts

Timothy B Mapstone  1
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Review

Vagus nerve stimulation: current concepts

Timothy B Mapstone. Neurosurg Focus. 2008 Sep.

Abstract

Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) has become an accepted treatment option for pharmacologically resistant epilepsy. Although initially approved for adults, it increasingly has gained acceptance in children. In this article the author reviews the current state of knowledge of VNS therapy and discusses its potential utility.

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