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  • Title: [Celiac neurolysis. Anterior approach and x-ray computed tomographic guidance: a simple and logical technic].
    Author: Derhy S, Couderc T, Begon C, Roche A.
    Journal: Ann Radiol (Paris); 1989; 32(3):230-3. PubMed ID: 2782837.
    Abstract:
    Two cases of celiac plexus neurolysis under CT guidance by an anterior approach are reported. This technique was performed on two patients who complained of epigastric pain due to a pancreatic carcinoma. Alcoholization was performed with 50 cc of a 50% solution of ethyl alcohol. The tip of the needle was located just above the origin of the coeliac axis in front of the aorta. In the two cases the block was successful, leading to suspension of morphine administration. Computed tomography scans after injection showed that the space of diffusion corresponds to the presumed location of the celiac plexus and confirms that the anterior approach is valid providing that a sufficient dose is injected. This technique, can be easily performed and deserves a more important place in the management of pancreatic pain.
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