Magnetic Resonance–Guided focused ultrasound surgery for Parkinson's disease: A mini-review and comparison between deep brain stimulation

Tzu Hsiang Ko, Yu Hsuan Lee, Lung Chan, Kevin Wen Kai Tsai, Chien Tai Hong, Wei Lun Lo

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Abstract

Magnetic resonance–guided focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) is a new surgical treatment for Parkinson's disease (PD). Previous experience with radiofrequency lesionectomy and deep brain stimulation (DBS) has identified several candidate targets for MRgFUS intended to alleviate the motor symptoms of PD. The main advantage of MRgFUS is that it is incisionless. MRgFUS has certain limitations and is associated with adverse effects. The present study reviews the literature on conventional surgical interventions for PD, discusses recent studies on MRgFUS, and the comparison between DBS and MRgFUS for PD. The reviews aims to provide an essential reference for neurologists to select the appropriate treatments for patients with PD.

Original languageEnglish
Article number105431
JournalParkinsonism and Related Disorders
Volume111
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Jan 2023

Keywords

  • Deep brain stimulation
  • Magnetic resonance–guided focused ultrasound surgery
  • Parkinson's disease

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Neurology
  • Geriatrics and Gerontology
  • Clinical Neurology

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