Trigeminal Neuralgia
Bipolar Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation for Trigeminal Neuralgia
April 28, 2018Patients with V3 trigeminal neuralgia may get greater benefit from bipolar vs unipolar radiofrequency thermocoagulation.
Burden Associated With Pharmacotherapy Switching in Trigeminal Neuralgia
February 20, 2018An examination of treatment patterns among patients with trigeminal neuralgia suggests that this orofacial disorder appears to be significantly burdensome.
Higher Reoperation Rates After Microvascular Decompression in Patients With Diabetes, Obesity
February 15, 2018Microvascular decompression for trigeminal neuralgia, hemifacial spasm, and glossopharyngeal neuralgia was found to be a largely safe procedure.
Neuromodulation for Refractory Trigeminal Neuralgia: Expert Feedback
January 16, 2018Neuromodulation techniques have been explored as alternative treatment options in patients with trigeminal neuralgia who do not achieve adequate pain relief with pharmacologic therapies and surgical interventions.
Acupuncture May Alleviate Pain in Idiopathic Trigeminal Neuralgia
November 14, 2017Acupuncture may reduce pain intensity and mechanical thresholds in patients with idiopathic trigeminal neuralgia.
Trigeminal Neuralgia Linked to Multiple Sclerosis: Comparing Surgical Interventions
October 26, 2017Radiofrequency rhizotomy and the more expensive stereotactic radio surgery provide immediate pain relief from trigeminal neuralgia associated with multiple sclerosis.
Trigeminal Neuralgia: Assessing Treatment Patterns to Improve Outcomes
May 18, 2017In a 3-year period, 45% of patients with trigeminal neuralgia received at least 3 unique treatments.
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- Striking a Balance Between Opioid Surveillance and Patient Privacy
- Perioperative Pain Management in Patients With Opioid Use Disorder
- Antidepressant Effects of Ketamine Appear to Require Opioid System Activation
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- Cannabinoid-Associated Analgesia May Be Mediated Through Modulation of Affective Processes
- Seven-Item Pain Intensity Measure Reliable in Individuals With Dementia
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- Generic Medications Offer Savings vs Brand-Name Combination Treatments
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- Trump to Sign Bills Lifting Drug Price 'Gag Orders' on Pharmacists
