The use of opioids in children receiving intrathecal baclofen therapy
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DOI: 10.1007/s00381-019-04155-7
Abstract: PurposeWe hypothesized that children on chronic intrathecal baclofen therapy (ITB) may require less analgesics for postoperative pain control and are at higher risk of developing opioid-induced respiratory depression postoperatively. The aims of this study are… read more here.
Keywords: intrathecal baclofen; control; group; baclofen therapy ... See more keywords
Title: Quantifying the change of spasticity after intrathecal baclofen administration: A descriptive retrospective analysis
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clineuro.2018.06.010
Abstract: OBJECTIVES Exploratory research quantifying the change of spasticity among patients who underwent baclofen intrathecal drug delivery system (IDDS) implantation. PATIENTS AND METHODS 88 patients with a baclofen IDDS were identified. Patient characteristics, spasticity scores pre/post… read more here.
Keywords: baclofen; quantifying change; change spasticity; intrathecal baclofen ... See more keywords
Utility of intrathecal baclofen pump in primary lateral sclerosis
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jns.2020.117227
Abstract: Primary lateral sclerosis is a disorder categorized by insidious onset of progressive upper motor neuron dysfunction without lower motor neuron involvement. PLS often presents with gradual-onset, progressive lower extremity stiffness and pain due to muscle… read more here.
Keywords: primary lateral; pls; intrathecal baclofen; spasticity ... See more keywords
Recurrent Episodes of Brief Global Amnesia Related to Intrathecal Baclofen Pump: Originally Mistaken for Psychogenic Nonepileptic Seizures.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.psym.2017.03.011
Abstract: Background: Baclofen is a GABA-B receptor agonist widely used for treatment of spasticity by intrathecal route when oral baclofen was ineffective or intolerable. Here we report a case of recurrent episodes of brief global amnesia… read more here.
Keywords: baclofen; intrathecal baclofen; baclofen pump; global amnesia ... See more keywords
Hyperbaric trauma of an intrathecal baclofen pump secondary to scuba diving: About one case
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DOI: 10.1016/j.rehab.2017.07.097
Abstract: Objective/Introduction Spasticity is a frequent consequence to a cerebral or spinal cord damage. Therapeutic strategies depend on the repercussions on patients’ daily activities and the fact that is a focal or spread spasticity. Intrathecal Baclofen… read more here.
Keywords: intrathecal baclofen; pump; baclofen pump; scuba diving ... See more keywords
Efficacy of intrathecal baclofen bolus on neuropathic pain in patients with spinal cord injury
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000020484
Abstract: Abstract Background: This study will explore the efficacy and safety of intrathecal baclofen bolus (IBB) on neuropathic pain (NPP) in patients with spinal cord injury (SCI). Methods: All potential literatures of IBB on NPP in… read more here.
Keywords: intrathecal baclofen; spinal cord; npp patients; neuropathic pain ... See more keywords
Adverse events associated with paediatric intrathecal baclofen in Australia: 5 years of data collection
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DOI: 10.1111/jpc.15194
Abstract: This study aims to examine the adverse event (AE) rate for intrathecal baclofen (ITB) therapy in an Australian paediatric population and to clarify type and frequency of AEs. read more here.
Keywords: baclofen; intrathecal baclofen; associated paediatric; paediatric intrathecal ... See more keywords
Intrathecal baclofen pumps: what the neurologist needs to know
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DOI: 10.1136/practneurol-2021-003184
Abstract: Increasing numbers of patients have an intrathecal baclofen pump implanted as part of spasticity management. Neurologists may be asked about the management of these devices when patients attend emergency departments for unrelated illnesses. Occasionally, the… read more here.
Keywords: pumps neurologist; baclofen; neurologist needs; intrathecal baclofen ... See more keywords
Effect of Intrathecal Baclofen on Pain and Quality of Life in Poststroke Spasticity
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DOI: 10.1161/strokeaha.118.022255
Abstract: Background and Purpose— Intrathecal baclofen (ITB) is an effective treatment for managing patients with severe poststroke spasticity, who can experience continued pain and decline in their quality of life (QoL). SISTERS (Spasticity In Stroke–Randomized Study)… read more here.
Keywords: intrathecal baclofen; scale; versus; poststroke spasticity ... See more keywords
In Support of Initial Parenteral Medical Management of Intrathecal Baclofen Withdrawal in Spasticity Patients
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DOI: 10.1177/87551225211039237
Abstract: Background: Spasticity may present as a wide range of symptoms and conditions. With this protean presentation, a consensus regarding the best course of treatment does not exist. Those patients most severely affected may receive significant… read more here.
Keywords: baclofen; intrathecal baclofen; treatment; spasticity ... See more keywords
Syndrome of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone Release During Ketamine Infusion in Complex Regional Syndrome Patient Receiving Intrathecal Baclofen: A Case Report.
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DOI: 10.1213/xaa.0000000000001091
Abstract: Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a severely disabling condition that typically develops after an inciting traumatic event. Ketamine infusion in subanesthetic dose provides sustained analgesia in selected cases of CRPS. In general, ketamine treatment… read more here.
Keywords: intrathecal baclofen; complex regional; infusion; case ... See more keywords