Disparities in Access to Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson’s Disease and Proposed Interventions: A Literature Review
Anthony E. Bishay,
Natasha C. Hughes,
Michael Zargari
et al.
Abstract:<b><i>Background:</i></b> Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is an effective therapy for Parkinson’s disease (PD), but disparities exist in access to DBS along gender, racial, and socioeconomic lines. <b><i>Summary:</i></b> Women are underrepresented in clinical trials and less likely to undergo DBS compared to their male counterparts. Racial and ethnic minorities are also less likely to undergo DBS procedures, even when controlling for disease severity and other demog… Show more
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