Publications by authors named "Beatriz Borba E Silva"
Magnetic resonance-guided focused ultrasound ventral intermediate thalamotomy for Tremor-Dominant Parkinson's disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Júlia Dos Santos Monteiro Beatriz Borba E Silva Rafael Reis de Oliveira Pedro G L B Borges Maria Antônia Oliveira Machado Pereira André Luis Silva Nunes
Neurosurg Rev
September 2024
Article Synopsis
- Tremor-dominant Parkinson's Disease (TDPD) has a slower progression and impacts daily life, making standard medications less effective; MRgFUS (Magnetic Resonance-guided Focused Ultrasound) could offer relief by targeting the thalamus.
- A systematic review of 13 studies involving 211 patients showed significant improvements in tremor scores and neuropsychological outcomes after MRgFUS treatment, measured at 1, 6, and 12 months post-procedure.
- Most adverse events were mild and temporary, with issues like gait instability being the most reported, making MRgFUS a promising option for TDPD patients.