Comparative Analysis of Impulse Control Symptoms Among Individuals Receiving GPi-DBS or STN-DBS for Parkinson’s Disease

Key Points

• To compare impulse control symptoms between patients receiving GPi-DBS and STN-DBS for Parkinson's Disease.
• Conducted a comparative analysis between two groups: GPi-DBS and STN-DBS.
• Evaluated the incidence of impulse control disorders in patients undergoing deep brain stimulation.
• Analyzed clinical outcomes and reported findings within the context of existing literature.
• Observed a potential increased risk for new impulse control disorders in GPi-DBS patients.
• Findings were limited by small sample sizes and low statistical significance, warranting caution in interpretation.