Publications by authors named "To-Nhu H Vu"
Background: There has been a surge in interest in radiofrequency ablation (RFA) of the genicular nerves over the past decade, with wide variability in selection, technique and outcomes. The aim of this study is to determine factors associated with treatment outcome.
Methods: We retrospectively evaluated the effect of 23 demographic, clinical and technical variables on outcomes in 265 patients who underwent genicular nerve RFA for knee pain at 2 civilian and 1 military hospital.
Most neuropathic analgesic medications have been introduced initially for other medical conditions. Anticonvulsants, local anesthetics, and antidepressants later were found to be effective in the treatment of neuropathic pain. Carbamazepine and the newer anticonvulsants such as gabapentin, lamotrigine, topiramate, and oxcarbazepine are being used as first-line or adjunctive therapy.
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