Deep brain stimulation in headache

Conclusions: These observations need confirmation in randomised, controlled trials. A key role of the posterior hypothalamic area in the pathophysiology of unilateral short-lasting headaches, possibly by regulating the duration rather than triggering the attacks, can be hypothesised. Because of its invasiveness, hypothalamic stimulation can be proposed only after other, less-invasive, neurostimulation procedures have been tried.

Source: Cephalalgia - October 23, 2016 Category: Neurology Authors: Leone, M., Proietti Cecchini, A. Tags: Review Articles Source Type: research