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Irdaabout 5 years ago
Technical Nuances to Minimize Common Complications of Deep Brain Stimulation

Technical Nuances to Minimize Common Complications of Deep Brain Stimulation

Paul House, MD Department of Neurosurgery, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah The implantation of deep brain stimulator electrodes is associated with infrequent complications. These complications are consistent across prospective trials and include infection, skin erosion, hemorrhage, and lead misplacement. Nuances of surgical technique can be used to minimize the risk of these commonly noted complications. Several of these technical nuances are highlighted in this video submission.

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about 5 years ago

Brain stimulation isnot done too an injured brain that has problems healing and it isnot done inside the actual brain

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