Oliveira, Mariana De J. and Matis, Georgios K. K. . Spinal cord stimulation as a treatment option for complex regional pain syndrome: a narrative review. Br. J. Neurosurg.. ABINGDON: TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD. ISSN 1360-046X
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Objectives: This review aims to analyze the last years' experience of applying spinal cord stimulation (SCS) in complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) patients with persistent or refractory chronic pain. Methods: This is a narrative review which was executed based on the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) guidelines and was carried out through the following databases: PUBMED and Cochrane Library. Also, a search for trials in the metaRegister of controlled trials () was performed. Results: SCS provides pain reduction and improves sensory, vasomotor and sudomotor symptoms. It can reduce opioid using, offering better life quality for the patients. Conclusions: SCS found to be an excellent therapeutic alternative for patients with CRPS. It offers immediate pain relief and allows patients to regain functionality and have a better quality of life.
Item Type: | Journal Article | ||||||||||||
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URN: | urn:nbn:de:hbz:38-663367 | ||||||||||||
DOI: | 10.1080/02688697.2022.2159930 | ||||||||||||
Journal or Publication Title: | Br. J. Neurosurg. | ||||||||||||
Publisher: | TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD | ||||||||||||
Place of Publication: | ABINGDON | ||||||||||||
ISSN: | 1360-046X | ||||||||||||
Language: | English | ||||||||||||
Faculty: | Unspecified | ||||||||||||
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URI: | http://kups.ub.uni-koeln.de/id/eprint/66336 |
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