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Radiofrequency Ablation for Craniofacial Pain Syndromes
Vwaire Orhurhu1, Shawn Sidharthan2, Jacob Roberts3
1Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine, Division of Pain, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA; University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, 1100 Grampian Boulevard, Williamsport, PA 17701, USA.
Abstract:
Headache disorders and trigeminal neuralgia are common conditions representing the types of craniofacial pain syndrome that can significantly impact quality of life. Many cases are refractory to traditional pharmacologic treatments, whether oral or intravenous. Radiofrequency ablation has been increasingly used as a tool to treat resistant, chronic pain of both of these disorders. Multiple studies have been reported that illustrate the efficacy of radiofrequency ablation in the treatment of the numerous headache subtypes and trigeminal neuralgia.
