Spinal Cord Stimulation to Treat Chronic Abdominal Pain Secondary to Celiac Artery Compression Syndrome: A Case...

Celiac artery compression syndrome (CACS) is characterized by chronic abdominal pain and gastrointestinal symptoms, which can be difficult to manage when the standard surgical intervention is contraindicated. This report details a case where spinal cord stimulation (SCS) was utilized as a palliative alternative for a patient with CACS, where surgical intervention was unsuitable. A successful 10-day SCS trial led to permanent SCS implantation, resulting in an 80% pain reduction and improved physical activity. As demonstrated by this case, the neuromodulation provided by SCS may have potential as a non-surgical option to enhance the quality of life for CACS patients.