The efficacy of repeat intradiscal electrothermal therapy

Steven P. Cohen; Sean M. Shockey; Eugene J. Carragee

doi:10.1213/01.ane.0000268499.62456.67

The efficacy of repeat intradiscal electrothermal therapy

Steven P. Cohen, Sean M. Shockey, Eugene J. Carragee

School of Medicine

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Abstract

Nine consecutive patients with discogenic low back pain who obtained excellent pain relief from intradiscal electrothermal therapy were treated with a repeat procedure after the beneficial effects had diminished. Although 4 of 9 patients obtained ≥50% pain relief and were satisfied with the results, both the degree and duration of benefit were less pronounced than after the first procedure. Prospective studies are needed to identify the best candidates for repeat intradiscal electrothermal therapy.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	495-498
Number of pages	4
Journal	Anesthesia and analgesia
Volume	105
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1213/01.ane.0000268499.62456.67
State	Published - Aug 2007

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Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine

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