Deep brain stimulation for Parkinson's disease: Sound asleep or wide awake?

Research output: PhD ThesisPhd-Thesis - Research and graduation internal

Abstract

Parkinson's disease (PD) presents a growing global health challenge due to its increasing incidence among an aging population. While medication initially helps manage symptoms, patients often face complications as the disease progresses. Deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery, targeting the subthalamic nucleus (STN), offers relief, but is not without risks. This thesis aims to optimize
Original languageEnglish
QualificationDoctor of Philosophy
Awarding Institution
  • University of Amsterdam
Supervisors/Advisors
  • Schuurman, Rick, Supervisor
  • De Bie, Rob, Supervisor
  • Verbaan, Dagmar, Co-supervisor
  • van den Munckhof, Pepijn, Co-supervisor
  • Schuurman, P.R., Supervisor, External person
Award date14 May 2024
Print ISBNs9789464839036
Publication statusPublished - 2024

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