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What is the average age for DBS surgery?

While there is no strict age limit for Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery, recent research indicates that DBS can be safely and effectively performed on appropriately selected patients over 70 and even over 75, despite earlier practices and previous age restrictions. Understanding the factors beyond chronological age is key to determining surgical candidacy.

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What is the senior age limit for DBS?

While DBS has been commonly performed on younger patients in the past, recent studies confirm advanced age alone is not a contraindication for deep brain stimulation (DBS). Candidacy is instead determined by a comprehensive evaluation of overall health, cognitive function, and symptom responsiveness to medication.

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