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AI and deep brain stimulation: what have we learned?

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Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is a well-established approach for treating movement disorders such as Parkinson disease, dystonia and essential tremor. However, the outcomes are variable, and researchers are now exploring artificial intelligence-based strategies to help improve DBS procedures.

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Limousin, P., Akram, H. AI and deep brain stimulation: what have we learned?. Nat Rev Neurol 19, 451–452 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41582-023-00836-9

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