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[Interdisciplinary position paper: the value of radiofrequency denervation in the treatment of chronic pain].
Schmerz. 2021; 35(2): 124-129.
Doi: 10.1007/s00482-020-00526-1
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- Radiofrequency denervation has been established for many years as an important minimally invasive procedure for the treatment of chronic pain conditions. Positive experiences of many users for various indications are contrasted by a nonuniform evidence. With meticulous patient selection and correct assessment of the indications a longer term reduction of pain, a reduced need for analgesics and an improvement in the quality of life can be achieved. The aim of this interdisciplinary position paper is to present the value of radiofrequency denervation in the treatment of chronic pain. The summarized recommendations of the expert group are based on the available evidence and on the clinical experiences of Austrian centers that frequently implement the procedure. The position paper contains recommendations on patient selection and proven indications. We discribe safety aspects, complications, side effects and contraindications.
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- Austria - administration & dosage
- Chronic Pain - therapy
- Denervation - administration & dosage
- Humans - administration & dosage
- Low Back Pain - surgery
- Lumbar Vertebrae - administration & dosage
- Quality of Life - administration & dosage
- Treatment Outcome - administration & dosage
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- Radiofrequency denervation
- Thermocoagulation
- Minimally invasive pain therapy
- Chronic pain
- Interventional pain therapy