Long-Term Analgesic Efficacy of Neurolytic Splanchnic Nerve Block via the Transintervertebral Disc Approach to Retrocrural Space: A Multicenter Retrospective Study.

Introduction: The celiac plexus block is effective for treating intractable cancer pain and has been the focus of many studies. At our affiliated institution, fluoroscopy-guided splanchnic nerve block with a single needle via the transintervertebral disc approach was the first choice of treatment. The short-term efficacy of this technique has been reported, but the long-term efficacy is not clear.

Efficacy and Safety of Neurolytic Splanchnic Nerve Block via Transintervertebral Disc Approach to Retrocrural Space: A Multicenter Retrospective Study.

Introduction: Celiac plexus block is effective for treating intractable cancer pain and has been the focus of many studies. Several guiding techniques such as fluoroscopy, computed tomography, and endoscopy have been devised, and the target of the block has varied in previous studies as both the celiac plexus and splanchnic nerve, which is the main origin of the celiac plexus, have been targeted. At our affiliated institution, fluoroscopy-guided splanchnic nerve block with a single needle via transintervertebral disc approach is the first choice.

Successful annuloplasty using the cone-beam computed tomography-assisted radiofrequency thermocoagulation system in a patient with severe vertebral deformity: a case report.

Background: Complex anatomical features are challenging for minimally invasive intradiscal therapy owing to insufficient visualization for accurate needle advancement. We report the case of a patient with dysraphic vertebral pathologies who presented with L5/S1 degeneration and was successfully treated with annuloplasty using the cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT)-assisted radiofrequency thermocoagulation system.

Case Presentation: A 34-year-old woman presented with a lower back and left radicular pain of L5/S1 discogenic origin, accompanied by spina bifida occulta and lumbosacral transitional vertebra.

[Ultrasound guided T2 intercostal nerve block: a comparison with stellate ganglion block under the blind technique and ultrasound guided technique].

Background: The aim of this study is to compare the efficacy of stellate ganglion block, performed by ultrasound guided technique and blind technique, and ultrasound guided T2 intercostal nerve block.

Methods: In the present study, we evaluated the changes in upper arm skin temperature, and the development of Horner syndrome after stellate ganglion block (blind technique and ultrasound guided technique) and ultrasound guided T2 intercostal nerve block in 12, 11 and 10 patients scheduled for each block. Stellate ganglion blocks (blind technique) were performed via an anterior paratracheal approach at C6 using 1% mepivacaine 5 ml.