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Deep brain stimulation and treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder: A systematic review.

Author: Crespo FacorroBenedicto, Infante CeberioJon, MartinoJuan, Martínez MartínezM Ángeles, MenchónJosé Manuel, OcónRoberto, Sierra PeñaMaría, Vázquez-BarqueroAlfonso, Vázquez-BourgonJavier

Systematic ReviewA review that systematically collects, evaluates, and integrates relevant research to answer a specific research question.
Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.

Overview

About 10% of people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) don't respond to medications. Deep brain stimulation (DBS), a neurosurgical technique that uses electrical stimulation to alter brain activity, has been explored as a treatment for severe and treatment-resistant OCD. This review examines the current research on the effectiveness and use of DBS for OCD.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
At least 10% of patients with Obsessive-compulsive Disorder (OCD) are refractory to psychopharmacological treatment. The emergence of new technologies for the modulation of altered neuronal activity in Neurosurgery, deep brain stimulation (DBS), has enabled its use in severe and refractory OCD cases...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rpsm.2017.05.005

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Deep Brain Stimulation: A New Frontier for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a challenging mental health condition that can significantly impact a person's life. For those who don't find relief from traditional treatments like medication, deep brain stimulation (DBS) offers a beacon of hope. DBS, a groundbreaking neurosurgical technique, involves implanting electrodes into specific brain regions to modulate neuronal activity. This study explores the effectiveness and applicability of DBS as a treatment option for refractory OCD. The authors systematically reviewed the existing literature, examining the evidence for DBS in tackling this complex condition.

Deep Brain Stimulation: A New Path for Refractory OCD

This review provides a comprehensive overview of the current evidence for DBS in the treatment of refractory OCD. The authors found that DBS shows potential as a treatment option for patients who haven't found relief from traditional therapies.

Navigating the Brain's Intricate Network

This research opens a fascinating window into the intricate workings of the brain and the possibilities of neurosurgical interventions. It's like exploring a vast desert of neural pathways, searching for the optimal locations to stimulate and modulate brain activity. This research could potentially lead to a new era of treatment for refractory OCD, offering hope and relief to those who have struggled to find effective solutions.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This systematic review provides a valuable roadmap for exploring the potential of DBS as a treatment for refractory OCD. While further research is needed, this groundbreaking neurosurgical technique offers a glimmer of hope for those who have exhausted traditional treatment options. Like a skilled desert explorer, we must continue to delve into the intricacies of the brain, seeking new and innovative ways to alleviate suffering and improve the lives of those affected by mental illness.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2020-01-06
  2. Date Revised 2021-05-25
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

28676437

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.rpsm.2017.05.005

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English

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