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THERAPEUTIC APPROACHES IN TOURETTE SYNDROME: FROM BEHAVIORAL THERAPY TO DEEP BRAIN STIMULATION
HATCE GNDZ, OYTUN ERBA
Demirolu Bilim niversitesi Florence Nightingale Tp Dergisi - 2024;10(3):149-158
Biruni niversitesi, Pharmacy, Istanbul, Trkiye

Tourette syndrome (TS) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that begins in childhood and peaks during adolescence. It is characterized by motor and phonic tics occurring before the age of 18. The condition may arise from various environmental and genetic factors. Patients undergo a comprehensive evaluation, followed by the selection of an appropriate treatment method, such as behavioral therapy, pharmacotherapy, or deep brain stimulation (DBS). Given the side effects of medications and the complications associated with DBS, more reliable studies are needed. Comprehensive genomic studies and advanced imaging techniques are expected to elucidate the etiology of the disease. This review discusses the symptoms of TS, the factors contributing to its development, and the available treatment approaches.

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