Trigeminal nerve stimulation: a recently approved treatment approach in attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

The Egyptian Journal of Neurology, Psychiatry and Neurosurgery

Sidar Çöpür¹  Mazlum Çöpür² 

[1] Department of Medicine, Koc University School of Medicine, Istanbul, Turkey;Department of Psychology, Arel University, Istanbul, Turkey;

关键词: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder;    Treatment;    Trigeminal nerve;   

DOI  :  10.1186/s41983-021-00353-w

来源: Springer

【 摘 要 】

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) with its high prevalence is a growing area of concern and research, whereas exact underlying pathophysiology remains unknown. Behavioral therapy and multiple medications include methylphenidate, atomoxetine, and amphetamines while trigeminal nerve stimulator (TNS) is the first medical device in ADHD with FDA approval. The aim of this article is to evaluate the latest studies in this field.

【 授权许可】

CC BY