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[Continuous peridural opiate administration with an implanted pump. Implantation technic and 1st results]
Regional-Anaesthesie
|July 1, 1983
Summary
Continuous epidural morphine infusion offers advantages over single-dose injections for managing malignant pain. This case report details the technique and results of using an implantable pump for sustained pain relief.
Area of Science:
- Pain Management
- Neurosurgery
- Oncology
Background:
- Epidural opiates are effective for pain relief, particularly for chronic malignant pain.
- Continuous epidural infusion via implantable pumps presents potential advantages over traditional methods.
Observation:
- The authors have utilized continuous epidural morphine infusion with implantable pumps since 1982.
- This method involves a low-flow continuous system and specific implantation techniques.
Findings:
- The case report presents the functional characteristics of the continuous epidural system.
- Preliminary results demonstrate the efficacy and feasibility of this pain management approach.
Implications:
- Continuous epidural morphine infusion may offer a superior alternative for long-term pain management in cancer patients.
- Further research into implantable pump systems for chronic pain is warranted.