ArticleBMC neurology2021
Efficacy and safety of pulsed radiofrequency modulation of thoracic dorsal root ganglion or intercostal nerve on postherpetic neuralgia in aged patients: a retrospective study.
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Predictors of Treatment Success After Intercostal Nerve Radiofrequency for Intercostal Neuralgia: A Retrospective Cohort Study
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22 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 26 citations in OpenAlex.
- Efficacy and safety of short-term spinal cord stimulation and pulsed radiofrequency in the treatment of postherpetic neuralgia: a meta-analysis.Frontiers in neurology · 2025Pooled it
- Efficacy and Safety of Dorsal Root Ganglion Pulse Radiofrequency Combined With Sympathetic Radiofrequency Ablation in the Treatment of Acute Herpetic Neuralgia.The Clinical journal of pain · 2026Trial
- Comparison of two distinct needle tip positions in pulsed radiofrequency for herpes zoster-related pain.CNS neuroscience & therapeutics · 2023Trial
- Intercostal Nerve Radiofrequency Ablation: A Comprehensive Review of Evolving Techniques and Clinical Applications.Advances in therapy · 2026Review
- [Comparison of the clinical efficacy of continuous radiofrequency and pulsed radiofrequency in the treatment of elderly patients with thoracic postherpetic neuralgia].Zhong nan da xue xue bao. Yi xue ban = Journal of Central South University. Medical sciences · 2026Article
- The efficacy of serratus posterior superior intercostal plane block performed under ultrasound guidance in thoracic postherpetic neuralgia: a retrospective cohort study.BMC anesthesiology · 2026Article
- The Factors Influencing the Efficacy of Pregabalin Combined With Lidocaine in the Treatment of Postherpetic Neuralgia Patients: An Analysis.Immunity, inflammation and disease · 2026Article
- Efficacy of a Novel Ultrasound-Guided C8 Dorsal Root Ganglion Puncture Approach and Radiofrequency Treatment for Postherpetic Neuralgia.Journal of pain research · 2026Article
- Impact of Pulsed Radiotherapy on Pain and Quality of Life in Elderly Postherpetic Neuralgia Patients.Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research · 2025Article
- Comparative long-term efficacy of short-term spinal cord stimulation versus bipolar pulsed radiofrequency for refractory postherpetic neuralgia: a 24 month prospective study.European journal of medical research · 2025Observational
- Dorsal Root Ganglion Pulsed Radiofrequency with Scar Radiofrequency Ablation Combined for Chronic Postoperative Abdominal Pain: A Retrospective Study.Journal of pain research · 2025Article
- A central and peripheral dual neuromodulation strategy in pain management of zoster-associated pain.Scientific reports · 2024Article
- Comparison of the efficacy of pulsed radiofrequency in treating acute herpetic neuralgia and postherpetic neuralgia in the thoracic segment.Frontiers in neurology · 2024Article
- Efficacy and Safety of Pulsed Radiofrequency of Dorsal Root Ganglion in Elderly Patient Population With Acute and Subacute Zoster-Related Pain.Pain research & management · 2024Article
- Predictive Value of Current Perception Threshold for Prognosis of Pulsed Radiofrequency in Patients with Acute Herpetic Neuralgia.Journal of pain research · 2024Article
- Severe postherpetic neuralgia and facial paralysis in the oral and periauricular regions managed with acupuncture and electroacupuncture: a case report.Frontiers in pain research (Lausanne, Switzerland) · 2024Article
- Comprehensive Comparison of Therapeutic Efficacy of Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation and Pulsed Radiofrequency in Treatment of Elderly Patients with Thoracic Postherpetic Neuralgia.Medical science monitor : international medical journal of experimental and clinical research · 2023Article
- Therapeutic Strategies for Postherpetic Neuralgia: Mechanisms, Treatments, and Perspectives.Current pain and headache reports · 2023Review
- Motor cortex transcranial magnetic stimulation to reduce intractable postherpetic neuralgia with poor response to other threapies: Report of two cases.World journal of clinical cases · 2023Article
- Persistent idiopathic facial pain treated with botulinum toxin and pulsed radiofrequency of infraorbital nerve: a case report.Journal of dental anesthesia and pain medicine · 2022Article
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Abstract
backgroundPostherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is common in elderly patients and can be alleviated by pulsed radiofrequency (PRF). However, PRF treatments display different efficacy on different nerves. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of ultrasound-guided PRF modulation on thoracic dorsal root ganglion (DRG) or intercostal nerve (ICN) for PHN in aged patients and to provide a theoretical basis for clinical treatment.
methodsWe classified aged patients into two groups, DRG group and ICN group, based on the needle tip position. Visual analogue scale (VAS) and concise health status questionnaire (Short-form 36 health/survey questionnaire, SF-36) were used to evaluate the pain intensity and the life quality of the patients before and 2, 4 and 12 weeks after the PRF treatments. We also recorded the adverse reactions during the treatments.
resultsAfter the PRF treatment, the scores of VAS and SF-36 (assessing general health perception, social function, emotional role, mental health, and pain) improved significantly in both groups (P < 0.05). The mean VAS score in the DRG group was significantly lower than that in the ICN group 2 weeks after treatment, and remained for 12 weeks. The SF-36 scores in the DRG group were significantly higher than those in the ICN group (P < 0.05). We found a similar incidence of adverse reactions between the two groups (P > 0.05).
conclusionsPRF therapy is safe and effective for elderly patients with postherpetic neuralgia. However, PRF treatment in dorsal root ganglion is superior to that in intercostal nerve with improving VAS and SF-36 scores to a greater extent in older patients.
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