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Awake DBS: Why We Test the Patient in Real Time | Functional Surgery Minute #03

Video Published 2026-07-29 Updated 2026-07-29

Topic Overview

Awake DBS surgery for Parkinson's relies on real-time patient testing to identify the optimal stimulation target, rather than imaging alone. Intraoperative monitoring allows the surgical team to refine electrode placement by observing immediate clinical responses during the procedure.

Key Takeaways

  • DBS target localization requires awake patient testing, not imaging alone—optimal depth is determined by real-time clinical response
  • Intraoperative testing assesses therapeutic benefit and side effects at different stimulation depths to guide final electrode placement
  • Successful awake DBS demands coordinated team effort including surgeon, neurologist, and cooperative patient participation

Keywords

Deep Brain Stimulation Awake Surgery Parkinson Disease Functional Neurosurgery Intraoperative Monitoring Stereotactic Surgery

Hashtags

#DeepBrainStimulation #AwakeSurgery #ParkinsonsDisease #FunctionalNeurosurgery

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