Summary
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an expanding field within neurosurgery. With many
neurosurgeons performing relatively small numbers of these procedures, detailed descriptions
of the technical aspects and nuances of DBS may be worthwhile. We describe our technique
for DBS, based on over 300 procedures. This methodology continues to evolve and is
refined according to our own experience, our observations of others, technological
innovations, and information derived from the neurosurgical literature. The indications
for DBS in our service are outlined, the anatomical targets described, and the anaesthetic
and surgical aspects detailed.
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