Neurología : publicación oficial de la Sociedad Española de Neurología
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Observational Study
Deep brain stimulation for patients with Parkinson's disease: Effect on caregiver burden.
Our aim is to assess the burden on caregivers of patients with Parkinson's disease treated with deep brain stimulation (DBS) compared to those caring for patients at advanced stages and undergoing other treatments. We have also assessed the variables associated with presence of caregiver overload. ⋯ According to our results, treatment with DBS is not associated with lower caregiver burden. Apathy in patients and anxiety in caregivers are factors associated with the appearance of overload.