Interventional Treatment Modalities for Chronic Abdominal and Pelvic Visceral Pain

This article specifically reviews the interventional treatment options for pain resulting from visceral abdominal and pelvic pain.Recent FindingsSympathetic nerve blocks are the main interventional option for the treatment of chronic abdominal and pelvic visceral pain. Initially, nerve blocks are performed, and subsequently, neurolytic injections (alcohol or phenol) are longer term options. This review describes different techniques for sympathetic blockade. Neuromodulation is a potential option via dorsal column stimulation or dorsal root ganglion stimulation. Finally, intrathecal drug delivery is sometimes appropriate for refractory cases.SummaryThis paper will review interventional options for the treatment of chronic abdominal and pelvic visceral pain.
Source: Current Pain and Headache Reports - Category: Neurology Source Type: research