Unilateral Microelectrode Recording–Guided Pallidotomy in Advanced Parkinson's Disease: Clinical and Neuropsychological Outcomes in a Guatemalan Cohort

Key Points

• The aim is to evaluate the effects of unilateral GPi pallidotomy on motor symptoms and cognitive function in advanced Parkinson's disease.
• Conducted unilateral GPi pallidotomy guided by imaging and microelectrode recording
• Included a cohort of patients with advanced Parkinson's disease
• Assessed clinical outcomes related to motor function and cognitive abilities
• Significant improvement in motor symptoms observed post-procedure
• Cognitive function preserved in appropriately selected patients
• Procedure deemed safe for the patient cohort

Abstract