Parkinson pacemaker costs

summary

One side of the body trembles, one side of the body does not move, muscle spasm. How much does Parkinson's pacemaker cost? Let me share with you today.

Parkinson pacemaker costs

First, brain pacemaker is indeed the most advanced treatment method at present, and the operation is relatively successful, but not every patient with Parkinson's disease can be operated, and several indications must be met. First, it belongs to primary Parkinson's disease; second, it is over 78 years old, can take care of itself, has normal intelligence, and has no other brain lesions; third, it has ever taken levodopa preparations Wrong effect.

Second, brain pacemakers are currently divided into two categories: imported and domestic. The imported pacemakers are mainly produced by Medtronic company of the United States, with 120000 unilateral pacemakers and 240000 bilateral pacemakers. The domestic pacemakers are developed by Tsinghua University, with 80000 unilateral pacemakers and 150000 bilateral pacemakers.

Finally: mainly through the brain implanted electrode connected to the chest stimulation generator (commonly known as battery), through in vitro programming to control the symptoms of Parkinson's disease. The battery has a certain service life. Generally, it needs to be replaced once every five years. It varies from person to person. At present, Medtronic also produces brain pacemaker with rechargeable battery, which costs more. It's understandable. He was hospitalized for about a week. Generally, it will be switched on one month after operation.

matters needing attention

The cost of pacemaker treatment for Parkinson's syndrome is about 100000 yuan. It is suggested that drug treatment and observation should be carried out first.