Interventional pain treatment in radiology: An overview of practical approaches

Pain is a complex syndrome that occurs in conjunction with a multitude of benign and malignant diseases. For a considerable number of patients, optimal pain management requires a multidisciplinary approach. Interventional radiology has become an important pillar of pain treatment, offering a viable option for patients who have not responded to conventional therapy. The article provides an introductory overview of the various interventional radiological approaches that can be employed in the context of pain therapy.