Greetings again, Thelma!

You posted a message from the first pilot study involving the DPS. Several Phase II studies have occurred since and at least one remains open to the best of my knowledge and belief.

There are about fifty sites in the US where one can obtain the implant, provided they meet the qualification criteria. I have found at least five patients who have 'internet disclosed' they obtained the implant this year.

A report from the UK went to press recently, reflecting on a study of 74 patients who were LESS successful than expected . . . about half of these patients underwent the implant. The reports indicates the implant may be harmful to patients but admits some patients might benefit. I have not completed my evaluation of the report but will comment further upon doing so.