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Tic douloureux.

J D Loeser1

  • 1Department of Neurological Surgery and Anesthesiology, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle, 98195, USA. jdloeser@u.washington.edu

Pain Research & Management
|February 21, 2002
PubMed
Summary
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Trigeminal neuralgia, also known as tic douloureux, causes severe facial pain. Effective treatments include anticonvulsant drugs and surgical options, offering relief for most patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pain Management

Background:

  • Tic douloureux (trigeminal neuralgia) is a severe neurological disorder.
  • Characterized by unilateral, electric shock-like facial pain triggered by light touch.
  • Primarily affects the elderly population.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the common and rarer aspects of tic douloureux.
  • To present current treatment options for trigeminal neuralgia.
  • To emphasize the importance of accurate diagnosis through history and physical examination.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of trigeminal neuralgia.
  • Discussion of diagnostic criteria.
  • Overview of pharmacological and surgical interventions.

Main Results:

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  • Anticonvulsant drugs are the primary medical treatment.
  • Surgical options are indicated when medical treatment fails or is not tolerated.
  • Surgical procedures include stereotactic radiosurgery, percutaneous gangliolysis, and microvascular decompression.

Conclusions:

  • Most patients with tic douloureux can achieve pain relief.
  • Treatment success relies on appropriate medication or surgical intervention.
  • Accurate differentiation from other facial pain conditions is crucial for effective management.