Prognostic Factors of Subthalamic Stimulation in Parkinson’s Disease: A Comparative Study between Short- and Long-Term Effects

Abstract

The prognostic factors for STN-DBS benefit were different for short- and long-term follow-ups. Good prognostic factors for long-term STN-DBS for PD patients were good cognitive function and tremor dominance. Poor prognostic factors were related to older age and non-dopaminergic-responsive axial disability.