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  • Title: Neuronavigation-assisted percutaneous radiofrequency thermocoagulation therapy in trigeminal neuralgia.
    Author: Yang Y, Shao Y, Wang H, Liu Y, Zhu S, Wu C.
    Journal: Clin J Pain; 2007 Feb; 23(2):159-64. PubMed ID: 17237665.
    Abstract:
    OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the roles of neuronavigation-assisted percutaneous radiofrequency thermocoagulation therapy in patients with primary trigeminal neuralgia (TN). METHODS: Neuronavigation technique was applied in 12 consecutive patients who underwent percutaneous radiofrequency thermocoagulation therapy for their primary TN. RESULTS: Neuronavigation assistance ensured precise puncture of oval foramen and successful targeting of trigeminal nerve ganglion in all 12 patients during percutaneous radiofrequency thermocoagulation therapy and resulted in 100% of acute cure rate of TN without major complications. CONCLUSIONS: Neuronavigation is a very useful tool during percutaneous radiofrequency thermocoagulation therapy in patients with primary TN.
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