Task: Answer Verification
Input (English): Question: Do stereotactic MRI in DYT1 dystonia : focal signal abnormalities in the basal ganglia contraindicate deep brain stimulation?
Answer: T(1)-hypointense/T(2)-hyperintense signal abnormalities are common findings in the putamen and globus pallidus of DYT1 patients but do not contraindicate DBS. However, their presence within the GPi may reduce the efficacy of DBS treatment.
Output (English): no