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Gender differences in referrals for deep brain stimulation for essential tremor.
Paul Reker1, Stefanie T Jost1, Petra Schiller2
1Department of Neurology, University of Cologne, Faculty of Medicine and University Hospital Cologne, Cologne, Germany.
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an effective treatment for essential tremor (ET). This study found fewer women were referred for DBS surgery, suggesting a gender gap in ET treatment access.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Neurosurgery
- Medical Statistics
Background:
- Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a recognized therapy for essential tremor (ET).
- Gender disparities in DBS for Parkinson's disease are documented.
- Limited research exists on gender differences in DBS for ET.
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