Deep Brain Stimulation
Dr. Mit Ankur Raval
DBS is an advanced neuromodulation treatment for carefully selected patients with specific neurological disorders. It is a treatment pathway, not simply a procedure.
What patients should know.
Who may be considered?
Selected patients with Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor or dystonia may be evaluated for DBS.
Selection
Diagnosis, symptom profile, treatment response, cognition, mood, gait, goals and expected benefit all matter.
What DBS can improve
DBS is most useful for symptoms known to respond to the selected stimulation target.
What DBS cannot do
It does not cure the underlying neurological disorder and may not improve every symptom.
After surgery
Programming, medication adjustment and ongoing clinical review are integral parts of treatment.
Expectations
Understanding likely benefits, limitations and long-term follow-up is essential before deciding.
From first assessment to long-term care.
Review
Confirm the diagnosis and identify symptoms that remain disabling despite best medical therapy.
Selection
Assess clinical and non-clinical factors relevant to expected benefit and risk.
Planning
Discuss target, expected benefit, limitations, procedure and follow-up.
Programming
Optimise stimulation and medication after implantation.
Long-term review
Reassess symptoms and treatment needs as the underlying disorder evolves.
Patient questions
Does DBS cure Parkinson’s disease?
Will medication stop after DBS?
Is DBS suitable for everyone?
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