Treating addiction with deep brain stimulation: Ethical and legal considerations

Original research
by
Lo, Clara et al

Release Date

2023

Geography

USA

Language of Resource

English

Full Text Available

No

Open Access / OK to Reproduce

No

Peer Reviewed

Yes

Findings/Key points

Given the advances in deep brain stimulation (DBS) research and the shortcomings of current treatment modalities for addiction, off-label use and clinical trials are being implemented for the management of treatment-refractory patients. Here we conduct an ethical and legal analysis of DBS for SUD, referencing the four foundational principles of medical ethics and key legal concepts.

Keywords

Policy/Regulatory
Mental health