Electrical Stimulation for Epilepsy: Experimental Approaches - 21/09/11

Résumé |
Direct electrical stimulation of the brain is an increasingly popular means of treating refractory epilepsy. Although there has been moderate success in human trials, the rate of seizure freedom does not yet compare favorably to resective surgery. It therefore remains critical to advance experimental investigations aimed toward understanding brain stimulation and its utility. This article introduces the concepts necessary for understanding these experimental studies, describing recording and stimulation technology, animal models of epilepsy, and various subcortical targets of stimulation. Bidirectional and closed-loop device technologies are also highlighted, along with the challenges presented by their experimental use.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Brain electrical stimulation, Epilepsy, Animal models of epilepsy, Recording and stimulation technology
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Vol 22 - N° 4
P. 425-442 - octobre 2011 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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