Authors

1. Ripley , David
2. Krese , Kelly
3. Rosenow , Joshua M.
4. Patil , Vijaya
5. Schuele , Stephan
6. Pacheco , Marilyn S.
7. Roth , Eliot
8. Kletzel , Sandra
9. Livengood , Sherri
10. Aaronson , Alexandra
11. Herrold , Amy
12. Blabas , Brett
13. Bhaumik , Runa
14. Guernon , Ann
15. Burress Kestner , Catherine
16. Walsh , Elyse
17. Bhaumik , Dulal
18. Bender Pape , Theresa L.

Abstract

Collectively, findings indicate a low-likelihood that the specified rTMS protocol exacerbates baseline seizure rates in persons with DoC after TBI. In presence of VP shunts, however, rTMS likely elevates baseline seizure risk and mitigation of this increased risk with pharmacological seizure prophylaxis should be considered.