Assessment of the Outcome of Stereotactic Unilateral Pallidotomy Surgery for Parkinson’s Disease

Abstract

Article informationBackground: The principal type of Parkinsonism that occurs most often is Parkinson's disease [PD]. Pallidotomies decrease stiffness, tremor, and dyskinesias, however bilateral pallidotomies have a higher risk of consequences, including cognitive decline and dysarthrias. Aim of the Work:The clinical motor results of stereotactic pallidotomy procedures for Parkinson's disease and possible complications. Patients and Methods:This research, which included 20 patients who received stereotactic unilateral pallidotomies for Parkinson's disease, was carried out in both a retrospective and prospective manner at the