Position-Dependent Intrathecal Baclofen System Catheter Failure Resulting in Debilitating Spasticity: A Case Report.

An intrathecal baclofen pump (ITB) can provide significant relief from excessive spasticity and pain that is difficult to control. However, it is not without its drawbacks. We present a case of a young quadriplegic male who underwent ITB pump placement, suffering four years of transient episodes of severe spasticity with withdrawal symptoms.