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Microelectrode Recording-Based Targeting for Parkinson’s Disease Surgery

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Deep brain stimulation surgery is a highly effective treatment for motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, but its efficacy and safety depend on precise positioning of the stimulator in subcortical structures. Microelectrode recording (MER) allows for localization of subthalamic nucleus (STN), globus pallidus interna (GPi), and surrounding structures to within fractions of a millimeter. Moreover, MER can be used to identify parts of these nuclei that represent parts of the body that are affected by PD. There are some drawbacks, including the need for multiple passes through the brain, as well as the need for specialized training and personnel, but MER remains the most common method for localization of DBS electrodes. In this chapter, we review the basics of the mapping of STN and GPi and describe some common pitfalls in recording. We also describe how to alter trajectories if recordings are suboptimal. We end by describing some future directions, including imaging-based targeting and automated detection of subcortical structures.

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Mikell, C.B., Neimat, J.S. (2019). Microelectrode Recording-Based Targeting for Parkinson’s Disease Surgery. In: Goodman, R. (eds) Surgery for Parkinson's Disease. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-23693-3_5

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