Efficacy of splanchnic nerve neurolysis in the management of upper abdominal cancer pain: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background And Aims: Neurolytic splanchnic nerve block (NSNB) is practised in intractable abdominal pain secondary to intra-abdominal malignancies. This review evaluated the efficacy of NSNB.

Methods: PubMed, Embase, Scopus, and Cochrane databases were searched for articles published from January 2001 to October 2023.

Efficacy of stellate ganglion interventions for complex regional pain syndrome in the upper limb-A systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background And Aims: Stellate ganglion (SG) interventions for treating upper limb complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) have been reported in studies. However, more substantial evidence is required to reach a consensus on its analgesic efficacy. To the best of our knowledge, no systematic review demonstrating the effectiveness of SG intervention for upper limb CRPS has been reported.

Stellate Ganglion Blocks for Refractory Central Poststroke Pain: A Case Series.

Central poststroke pain (CPSP) is a neuropathic pain secondary to cerebrovascular accidents. This is characterized by pain and other sensory abnormalities, which correspond with the area of the injured brain. Despite advancements in therapeutic options, this clinical entity is still challenging to treat.