Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation on Refractory Neuralgia after Craniotomy
- VernacularTitle:射频热凝术治疗颅脑手术后顽固性神经痛的临床研究
- Author:
Tao WANG
;
Jinyu JIANG
;
Jizong ZHAO
;
Fang LUO
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
craniotomy, radiofrequency thermocoagulation, neuralgia
- From:
Chinese Journal of Rehabilitation Theory and Practice
2010;16(8):728-730
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
Objective To analyse the therapeutic effect and safety of radiofrequency thermocoagulation on refractory neuralgia after craniotomy.MethodsFourteen patients with refractory neuralgia after craniotomy were treated by radiofrequency thermocoagulation. The pain degree (Numeric Rating Scales, NRS) and the complication were observed.ResultsNRS decreased significantly after treatment(P<0.01). No serious complication was observed after radiofrequency thermocoagulation except numbness. No patients recurred after one year follow-up.ConclusionRadiofrequency thermocoagulation is effective on refractory neuralgia after craniotomy.
