title: Deep brain stimulation of the subthalamic area for dystonic tremor.
abstract: The stereotactic surgical target for dystonic tremor is the subject of ongoing debate. Targeting the subthalamic area using deep brain stimulation has been regaining interest as a therapy for various types of involuntary movements. We describe the efficacy of stimulation of the subthalamic area in a patient with intractable dystonic tremor. Excellent control without neurological complications was achieved. This case report demonstrates that the subthalamic area is a valuable target for the control of dystonic tremor.
authors.affiliation: Department of Neurosurgery, Bongseng Memorial Hospital, Busan, Korea.
authors.forename: Seong-Gyu
authors.initials: SG
authors.lastname: Jeong
authors.forename: Myung-Ki
authors.initials: MK
authors.lastname: Lee
authors.forename: Won-Ho
authors.initials: WH
authors.lastname: Lee
authors.forename: Chang-Ghu
authors.initials: CG
authors.lastname: Ghang