Complications
While this is a relatively common adverse effect of DBS, it is reversible with setting adjustments.
While this is a relatively common adverse effect of DBS, it is typically reversible with setting adjustments.
While this is a relatively common adverse effect of DBS, it is typically reversible with setting adjustments.
Essential tremor (ET) is persistent and progressive, with impact on daily life varying individually.
Tremors can impact a patient’s ability to work. Approximately 25% of people receiving medical care for the tremor change jobs or retire because of an ET-induced disability.[22][140]
Risk of falls and accidental injury may be increased.[141]
Patients may also experience social anxiety and withdrawal.
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