Does deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s increase the risk of dementia?

Does deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s increase the risk of dementia?
Researchers in France have found that deep brain stimulation for Parkinson’s may not increase the risk of developing dementia. As part of the study – published by the American Academy of Neurology – researchers identified 175 people with Parkinson’s and an average age of 56, who had deep brain stimulation. The individuals were assessed over a period of 10 years ... read more
Source: Parkinson’s Life EUPublished on 2020-07-09By admin

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