Evaluating Devices for Treating Epilepsy
Open Access
- 12 August 2003
- Vol. 44 (s7) , 30-37
- https://doi.org/10.1046/j.1528-1157.44.s7.3.x
Abstract
Summary: Purpose: Research into new implantable devices for treating epilepsy is expanding rapidly. Pilot studies suggest sufficient safety and potential efficacy to justify proceeding with larger ...Keywords
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