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(also known as VNS)
Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) is an adjunctive treatment for certain types of intractable epilepsy and clinical depression. VNS uses a stimulator that sends electric impulses to the left vagus nerve in the neck via a lead implanted under the skin.
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Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Epilepsy & Seizures | 58 |
86% |
| Depression | 5 |
100% |
| Chronic Pain | 2 |
100% |
| Stress Management | 1 |
100% |
Overall, 88% (67
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Vagus nerve stimulation Reviews
Considering
Last chance of controlling seizures
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I think this will be my last resort if my current medications stop working.
Considering
i will have my surgery Friday. 11-9-07.
Considering
I am very interested in trying this, since medication therapy doesn't agree with me. I'd like to eventually cut back on the pills at least somewhat, they are eating me up inside, and I've never been so skinny! But it's because I feel sick all the time.
Considering
trying last combo with meds then thinking of vns
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doesnt seem to be working as me medication is stopping it
Not Working
Have had 3 seizures in one night. my netter 1/2 used it and it did not work.
Not Working
My dad had this. He wish he wouldnt have gotten it done.
Not Working
Never worked, recomend do not use.
Not Working
It was in my body for a year or two then they took it out with leaving the wire in.
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Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS)
Thank you Boudicca! I wonder why no one else replied [More] -
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We are considering this Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) ASAP....any feedback? Love to all! Dawn [More] -
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vns ....... vagus nerve stimulation? dr is thinking this might be a good option for me........... [More] -
I have a Vagus Nerve Stimulator (VNS)
Tell me about the VNS. Does it work for Bipolar too? [More] -
Vagus nerve stimulator
Any of our members have a Vagus nerve stimulator (VNS) and want to share their experience? As many of you know VNS reduces seizure frequency by about ... [More]
