Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) has been shown to be effective as an adjunct treatment for treatment-resistant depression (TRD). VNS leads to antidepressive and antisuicidal effects and quality of life improvements. This protocol offers a step-by-step guide to managing and adjusting a vagus nerve stimulator for efficient treatment of TRD.
Moeller, S., Lücke, C., Heinen, C., Bewernick, B. H., Aydin, M., Lam, A. P., Grömer, T. W., Philipsen, A., Müller, H. H. Vagus Nerve Stimulation As an Adjunctive Neurostimulation Tool in Treatment-resistant Depression. J. Vis. Exp. (143), e58264, doi:10.3791/58264 (2019).