Vagus nerve stimulation and sudden unexpected death in epilepsy: views and evidence
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DOI: 10.1007/s00381-022-05461-3
Abstract: Since its first reported use in humans in 1988, vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) is currently considered an effective palliative treatment for children with refractory epilepsy [1]. With these considerations in mind, we enjoyed reading the… read more here.
Keywords: sudep; epilepsy; vns therapy; therapy ... See more keywords
Investigating the Effect of Short Term Responsive VNS Therapy on Sleep Quality Using Automatic Sleep Staging
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DOI: 10.1109/tbme.2019.2903987
Abstract: Objective: The goal of this work is to objectively evaluate the effectiveness of responsive (or closed-loop) Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) therapy in sleep quality in patients with medically refractory epilepsy. Methods: Using quantitative features obtained… read more here.
Keywords: vns; sleep quality; vns therapy;
Targeted Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Rehabilitation After Stroke
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DOI: 10.3389/fnins.2019.00280
Abstract: Stroke is a leading cause of disability worldwide, and in approximately 60% of individuals, upper limb deficits persist 6 months after stroke. These deficits adversely affect the functional use of the upper limb and restrict… read more here.
Keywords: vns therapy; vagus nerve; motor; rehabilitation ... See more keywords