Deep brain stimulator

Case contributed by Jeremy Jones
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Deep brain stimulator inserted 10 days previously for treatment of tremor. Tremor improved, but severe headache and strange neurological symptoms including paresthesia.

Patient Data

Age: 55
Gender: Male
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Two metallic wires traverse the cranium anteriorly with their tips in the deep grey matter. This is  a deep-brain stimulator.

Case Discussion

Deep brain stimulator with the leads positioned in the deep grey matter bilaterally.  No cause for odd symptoms.

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