Journal of neuroscience methods
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J. Neurosci. Methods · Mar 2010
Semi-automatic stereotactic coordinate identification algorithm for routine localization of Deep Brain Stimulation electrodes.
Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) is a routine therapy for movement disorders, and has several emerging indications. We present a novel protocol to define the stereotactic coordinates of metallic DBS implants that may be routinely employed for validating therapeutic anatomical targets. Patients were referred for troubleshooting or new DBS implantation. ⋯ The median and mean Euclidean distance errors for automatic identification of electrode locations were 0.20mm and 0.22 mm, respectively. This method is an accurate method of localization of active DBS contacts within the sub-cortical region. As the investigational indications of DBS expand, this method may be used for verification of final implant coordinates, critical for understanding clinical benefit and comparing efficacy between subjects.