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To evaluate the effect of dedicated leads on reducing lead migration risk in occipital nerve stimulation treatment for cluster headache.

February 27, 2026Open Access

Decreasing the Risk of Lead Migration in Occipital Nerve Stimulation for Cluster Headache Using Dedicated Leads

To evaluate the effect of dedicated leads on reducing lead migration risk in occipital nerve stimulation treatment for cluster headache.
Clinical trial design registered under NCT01842763
Focus on occipital nerve stimulation
Use of dedicated leads for intervention
Potential reduction in lead migration risk with dedicated leads
Improved safety profile for patients undergoing neuromodulation for cluster headache

The Clinicaltrials.gov registration number for the study is NCT01842763.

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