PARKINSON'S DISEASE NEWS

29th May 2009 - New research

Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry [2009] 80 (5) : 484-488 (Bannier S, Montaurier C, Derost PP, Ulla M, Lemaire JJ, Boirie Y, Morio B, Durif F.) Complete abstract

Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatry [2009] May 21 [Epub ahead of print] (Smeding HM, Speelman JD, Huizenga HM, Schuurman PR, Schmand B.) Complete abstract 

The effects on people with Parkinson's Disease has been assessed after they have undergone DBS (Deep brain stimulation). Deep brain stimulation  is a method of treating Parkinson's Disease that involves the use of electrodes implanted into the brain. Three months after surgery, DBS had caused an improvement in Parkinson's Disease symptoms by 60%, and an improvement of more than 80% in motor complications such as dyskinesia. No patient was underweight before surgery, and half were overweight before surgery.

By contrast, 68% were overweight 3 months after surgery, and 82% were overweight after 16 months. This weight gain was mainly secondary to an increase in fat mass in both men and women. The researchers suggested the need to counter weight increase due to DBS by providing diet management a physical training schedule for people with Parkinson's Disease. A second study found that there was a 41% improvement in motor function,  a 32% improvement in the quality of life, but a 36% decline in intellectual functions. Mood improved in some but declined in others. For more current news go to Parkinson's Disease News.

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