Neuronavigation assisted percutaneous balloon compression of the gasserian ganglion for trigeminal neuralgia. How I do it

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2024年7月31日

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P. Rochat,
J. B. Springborg,
P. Birkeland,
N. Agerlin

摘要

Background

Surgical treatment for trigeminal neuralgia includes percutaneous techniques, including balloon compression, first described in 1983 by Mullan and Lichtor (J Neurosurg 59(6):1007–1012, 6).

Method

Here we present a safe and simple navigation-assisted percutaneous technique for balloon compression, which can also be used for glycerol injection.

Conclusion

The navigation-assisted percutaneous technique for balloon compression for trigeminal neuralgia is a quick and safe treatment for patients not candidates for microvascular decompression.