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Deep brain stimulation (DBS) offers advanced treatment for neurological disorders. However, despite technological progress, equitable access to DBS remains limited globally due to various persistent barriers.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurological Surgery
  • Neurosurgery
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an established therapy for movement disorders like Parkinson's disease, dystonia, and essential tremor.
  • DBS is also explored for neuropsychiatric conditions such as epilepsy and obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current literature on access to deep brain stimulation (DBS).
  • To identify disparities and challenges hindering equitable DBS availability.
  • To explore potential strategies for improving global access to DBS therapy.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on DBS access.
  • Analysis of technological advancements in DBS devices over 30 years.
  • Examination of socioeconomic, geographic, systemic, and policy-related barriers.

Main Results:

  • Significant technological advancements in DBS devices have occurred.
  • Equitable access to DBS has not advanced proportionally with technology.
  • Persistent global barriers limit access to DBS therapy.

Conclusions:

  • Despite technological progress, equitable access to DBS remains a critical global challenge.
  • Addressing socioeconomic, geographic, systemic, and policy factors is crucial.
  • Strategies are needed to improve the availability and equity of DBS application.