Outcomes of Treatment for Elderly Patients With Trigeminal Neuralgia: Percutaneous Balloon Compression Versus Microvascular Decompression

Conclusion: Percutaneous balloon compression and MVD are effective in the treatment for elderly TN, which can effectively improve the post-operative cure rate of pain prognosis and reduce the inflammatory response. However, PBC is a minimally invasive, safe and effective method for patients in poor general condition and refused treatment with craniotomy.
Source: Journal of Craniofacial Surgery - Category: Surgery Tags: Brief Clinical Studies Source Type: research