The Effect of Electrical Stimulation of the Subthalamic Nucleus on Seizures Is Frequency Dependent

Summary:  Purpose: Animal studies and anecdotal human case reports have indicated that the subthalamic nucleus (STN) may be a site of anticonvulsant action.

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