Deep Brain Stimulation for Refractory Status Dystonicus in Children: Multi-Centre Case Series and Systematic Review.

Lindsey M LoganHan YanBrendan SantyrSara BreitbartMelanie AndersonJurgen GermannKarlo J LizarragaAngela L HewittAlfonso FasanoGeorge M IbrahimCarolina Gorodetsky

Published in: Annals of neurology (2023)

DBS is a feasible intervention with potential to reverse refractory pediatric SD and improve survival. More work is needed to increase awareness of DBS in this setting, so that it can be implemented in a timely manner. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.

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