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Deep brain stimulation to control epileptic seizures
Neurostimulation, HCA UK offers deep brain stimulation (DBS) implants to help control the symptoms of epilepsy
About deep brain stimulation for epilepsy
Deep brain stimulation (DBS) aims to reduce epileptic seizures. DBS is conducted through a medical device called a neurostimulator, which sends electrical impulses to specific targets in the brain to help reduce seizures.
The neurostimulator is a pacemaker-style device, surgically implanted in the body.
Need to know
This procedure is carried out under local anaesthetic. The neurosurgeon will first implant small electrodes in the brain. The precise position of the electrodes will vary depending on the symptoms and which areas of the brain need targeting.
You will remain awake during the surgery so that the team can monitor your brain function as they place the electrodes. The electrodes are then connected to a tiny pulse generator which is implanted in the chest or abdomen area.
The pulse generator delivers electrical stimulation to the target area of the brain. This alters some of the neural pathways which cause epileptic seizures.
Your consultant will explain the procedure to you and answer any questions you may have. Like all procedures, there may be some risks and side effects involved. Your consultant will explain these to you.
When you have recovered from your surgery, the neurostimulator will be activated by your consultant. They will show you how to use the device and tell you when you may need to switch it off.
DBS will lessen your symptoms, but you will still need to take your epilepsy medication to help prevent seizures. Your consultant will monitor your progress over the following months.
Our DBS for epileptic seizures locations
Devonshire Diagnostic Centre
13-19 Devonshire Street Marylebone W1G 7AF London
Chelsea Outpatients
280 King's Road SW3 5AW London
Chiswick Outpatients
Bond House 347-353 Chiswick High Road W4 4HS London
London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street SE1 2PR London
The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street W1G 8BJ London
The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road SW1W 8RH London
The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place W1U 5NY London
The Shard Outpatients
The Shard 32 St Thomas Street SE1 9BS London
The Wellington Hospital
8A Wellington Place St John's Wood NW8 9LE London
The Wilmslow Hospital
52-54 Alderley Road Wilmslow SK9 1NY Cheshire
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This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.