Deep Brain Stimulation Flashcards
1
Q
What are the targets for deep brain stimulation in Parkinson’s disease?
A
Subthalamic nucleus, zona incerta or thalamus and globes pallidus interna
2
Q
What are the targets for deep brain stimulation to treat tremor?
A
VLM nucleus of the thalamus, bona incerta, posterior sub thalamic area
3
Q
What are the targets for deep brain stimulation to treat dystonia?
A
Globus pallidus interna
4
Q
What is dystonia?
A
A state of abnormal muscle tone resulting in muscular spasm and abnormal posture, typically due to neurological disease or a side effect of drug therapy
