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Journal of the Korean Society of Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery 2007;3(2):149-151.
Published online September 30, 2007.
Deep Brain Stimulation for Spasmodic Torticollis & Dystonia
Sang Wook Joo, Moo Seong Kim, Seong Jin No, Seong Hwa Paeng, Se Yeong Pyo, Yeong Gyun Kim, Sun Il Lee, Yong Tae Jung
Department of Neurosurgery, Inje University, Busan Paik Hospital, Busan, Korea
Abstract
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) of the globus pallidus interna is a promising new procedure for the treatment of dystonia and orticollis. A 42-year-male patient suffered from spasmodic torticollis for 6 years. The Burke-Fahn-Marsden Dystonia Rating Scale score was 25. Bilateral DBS of the globus pallidus internus performed and resulted in marked improvement in motor functioning and dystonic symptoms with a significant reduction in disability. The Burke-Fahn-Marsden Score improved to 5 points (80% improvement) at immediately postsurgery. Bilateral pallidal stimulation is an effective and safe treatment for spasmodic torticollis and dystonia.
Key Words: Deep brain stimulation, Torticollis, Dystonia.
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