DBS and the Treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (original) (raw)

This research investigates the efficacy of deep brain stimulation (DBS) in treating patients with treatment-resistant obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The study highlights the clinical significance of electrical stimulation in the anterior limbs of the internal capsules, demonstrating substantial decreases in OCD symptom severity and improvements in mood among severely affected patients. Although promising results were observed, current technical limitations necessitate further research and a structured approach to ensure safety and efficacy before broader application of this treatment.