Infectious Complications and Operative Management of Intrathecal Baclofen Pumps in the Pediatric Population: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of 20 Years of Pooled Experience.

Background: Intrathecal baclofen (ITB) is a treatment modality used to improve the quality of life of patients with intractable spasticity and dystonia. Although it is an effective solution in patients failing oral interventions, it is associated with potential infectious complications. It is known that pediatric patients with ITB have significantly higher infection rates compared with adult patients.