Promising therapeutic effects of high-frequency repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (HF-rTMS) in addressing autism spectrum disorder induced by valproic acid
Masoud Afshari,
Shahriar Gharibzadeh,
Hamidreza Pouretemad
et al.
Abstract:IntroductionAutism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects various regions of the brain. Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) is a safe and non-invasive method utilized for stimulating different brain areas. Our objective is to alleviate ASD symptoms using high-frequency rTMS (HF-rTMS) in a rat model of ASD induced by valproic acid (VPA).MethodsIn this investigation, we applied HF-rTMS for ASD treatment, focusing on the hippocampus. Behavioral assessments encompass… Show more
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