Deep brain stimulator

Case contributed by Bruno Di Muzio
Diagnosis not applicable

Patient Data

Age: 55
Gender: Female
x-ray

X-ray images show no pulmonary abnormalities. There is a DBS pulse generator project on the right. 

Case Discussion

These x-ray images demonstrate a implantable pulse generator (IPG) or neurostimulator used on Parkinson disease treatment that is placed on thoracic anterior wall. 

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