Why the study?
Does stereotaxic electrocoagulation reduce tremor and rigidity in patients with Parkinsonism?
Population
60 patients with Parkinsonism
Design
Case_series
Follow-up
up to five years
Authors
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Does not support routine use; leaves open the value of stereotaxic lesions pending controlled trials.
Does stereotaxic electrocoagulation reduce tremor and rigidity in patients with Parkinsonism?
Stereotaxic electrocoagulation cerebral lesions effectively reduce tremor and rigidity in patients with Parkinsonism, with an 88% success rate.
Oram et al. (1960) studied this question.
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