Fluoroscopically Guided Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Steroid Injection: Procedural Technique.
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DOI: 10.1097/bsd.0000000000000627
Abstract: Fluoroscopically guided lumbar transforaminal epidural steroid injections are indicated for the treatment of lumbar radicular pain that has failed more conservative options. This article details proper equipment and medications, patient positioning and set-up, step-by-step instructions… read more here.
Keywords: fluoroscopically guided; transforaminal epidural; lumbar transforaminal; guided lumbar ... See more keywords
Comparison of radiation exposure to physicians between anteroposterior and lateral real-time fluoroscopy when performing lumbar transforaminal epidural steroid injections: A randomized controlled trial
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DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000029684
Abstract: Background: Lumbar transforaminal epidural steroid injections are used widely to alleviate low back radicular pain, but it requires real-time fluoroscopy, which can increase the risk of radiation exposure. Anteroposterior or lateral real-time fluoroscopy can be… read more here.
Keywords: lumbar transforaminal; transforaminal epidural; real time; time fluoroscopy ... See more keywords
The retroneural approach: an alternative technique for lumbar transforaminal epidural steroid injections
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DOI: 10.1177/0284185118762248
Abstract: Background Compared with other available injection techniques for lumbar transforaminal epidural steroid injections (LTFESIs), the traditionally performed subpedicular approach is associated with a higher risk of spinal cord infarction, a rare but catastrophic complication. Purpose… read more here.
Keywords: needle tip; retroneural approach; transforaminal epidural; lumbar transforaminal ... See more keywords
Epidural hematoma development contralateral to dura after lumbar transforaminal epidural steroid injection.
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DOI: 10.2217/pmt-2017-0012
Abstract: AIM To illustrate the anatomical and pathophysiological risks of epidural hematoma formation, other than direct needle trauma, after lumbar transforaminal epidural steroid injection in the setting of severe central canal stenosis. CASE REPORT This case… read more here.
Keywords: transforaminal epidural; lumbar transforaminal; epidural hematoma; hematoma ... See more keywords