High intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) treatment should be included in the basic health insurance package, so that people with moderate to severe essential tremor can receive appropriate treatment. This group includes about 150 patients who do not benefit from medication or deep brain simulation. HIFU can reduce their complaints and improve their quality of life. This is reported by the Dutch Healthcare Institute.
People with essential tremor have a progressive disorder of the nervous system. They often suffer from spontaneous and uncontrollable shaking of a body part, their head and sometimes also their voice. High intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) is effective care for these patients. The Dutch Healthcare Institute therefore also recommends that the treatment be reimbursed through basic insurance. The tremor is treated with sound waves. As a result, patients experience health benefits and better quality of life.
Two specialized centers
Two specialized centers are allowed to perform HIFU because essential tremor is uncommon. It is not yet known which centers these are.
By: National Healthcare Guide / Johanne Levinsky
2023-12-20 11:03:19
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