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Stereotactic Pallidotomy for Parkinson's Disease:A Long-Term Follow-up of Unilateral Pallidotomy
Neurol 48:1273-1277, Fazzini,E.,et al, 1997
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Article Abstract
Eleven patients suffering from Parkinson's disease were followed for up to 4 years after unilateral pallidotomy.We observed persistent contralateral improvement and unexpected ipsilateral improvement of motor symptoms.In addition,there was a protracted relief of contralateral dyskinesias and maintenance of relatively stable levodopa dosage.
 
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