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[Transforaminal epidural steroid injection and its complications]
1Ministry of Health Ankara Training Hospital, Department of Anesthesiology, Algology Unit, Ankara, Turkey. taylanakkaya@yahoo.com
Summary
Interlaminar epidural steroid injections are common for pain management. This review examines transforaminal epidural steroid injection techniques and their complications, exploring safer alternatives due to risks associated with the transforaminal approach, particularly in the cervical region.
Area of Science:
- Pain Management
- Interventional Radiology
- Neurosurgery
Context:
- Long-standing use of interlaminar epidural steroid injections for pain relief.
- Incomplete recoveries and evolving anatomical knowledge necessitate technique refinement.
- Transforaminal approach offers favorable results but carries risks, especially in cervical spine procedures.
Purpose:
- To review transforaminal epidural steroid injection techniques.
- To examine the complications associated with transforaminal epidural steroid injections.
- To explore the investigation of safer epidural injection techniques.
Summary:
- This review analyzes transforaminal epidural steroid injection methods.
- It details the potential complications, particularly in cervical applications.
- The study highlights the ongoing search for improved safety in epidural steroid injections.
Impact:
- Provides insights into the risks and benefits of transforaminal epidural steroid injections.
- Informs clinicians about potential complications and the need for advanced techniques.
- Contributes to the development of safer pain management strategies.