Globus pallidus internus deep brain stimulation (GPi DBS) is the most effective intervention
for medically refractory segmental and generalized dystonia in both children and adults …

The dystonias are a group of disorders characterized by excessive muscle contractions
leading to abnormal movements and postures. There are many different clinical …

Dystonia is one of the most common pediatric movement disorders and can have a profound
impact on the lives of children and their caregivers. Response to pharmacologic treatment is …

Introduction: Dystonia, one of the most common childhood movement disorders, is often
medically refractory and can lead to profound impacts on the child and their caretakers' …

Abstract When considering Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgical treatment of dystonia
syndromes, it is important to consider multiple aspects of the disease and its presentation. It …

In a review of his 20-year experience performing stereotactic ablations for dystonia, Irving
Cooper concluded that of all the dystonia subtypes he treated, those with dystonia …

Abstract Purpose of Review This review will provide an update on the current status of deep
brain stimulation in pediatric onset dystonias. Recent Findings Dystonia is a complex …

Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is considered as a treatment option for many neurological
diseases. Many patients with movement disorders exhibit remarkable improvement after …