Inside A Risky, Rare Brain Surgery For OCD

The video discusses deep brain stimulation (DBS) as a treatment for severe obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), focusing on Jon Blank's experience. DBS involves implanting electrodes in the brain to help control OCD symptoms. The procedure is new, controversial, and risky, with potential complications like stroke or infection. Candidates for DBS must have tried standard therapies without success. While DBS can improve symptoms, it is not a cure-all, and patients often continue other treatments. Jon Blank's life has improved significantly post-DBS, allowing him more freedom and opportunities.

What are the criteria for a patient to be considered a candidate for deep brain stimulation?

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What is the current status of deep brain stimulation as a treatment for OCD?

What risks are associated with deep brain stimulation surgery?

How has deep brain stimulation impacted Jon Blank's life after the procedure?