Original Article

Bilateral Anterior Thalamotomy for the Hyperactive Child

Authors: MATTHEW W. WOOD M.D., JOSEPH P. ROWLAND M.D.

Abstract

The child with cerebral palsy may be irritable, destructive and hyperactive, offering serious problems within the family circle or in an institution. The authors believe this operation will be successful in producing a more tractable and subdued child in many instances.

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