Movement Disorders · 2003 · 48 citations · 8 references
Eight patients with advanced PD received a unilateral STN DBS. The UPDRS III off drug-on DBS was improved by a mean 44%. Dyskinesias were ameliorated. Levodopa daily dose was reduced. Three patients required the implantation of the second electrode. Unilateral DBS may be efficacious in some patients with advanced PD.
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