ReviewCureus2023
The Role of Radiofrequency Ablation in the Treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia: A Narrative Review.
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14 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 19 citations in OpenAlex.
- Beyond the Pain: Rethinking Chronic Pain Management Through Integrated Therapeutic Approaches-A Systematic Review.International journal of molecular sciences · 2026Pooled it
- Comparison of Gasserian ganglion conventional radiofrequency ablation and peripheral nerve pulsed radiofrequency in trigeminal neuralgia: a retrospective cohort study.Journal of oral & facial pain and headache · 2026Trial
- From competition to complementarity: narrative review of laser interstitial thermal therapy, focused ultrasound, and radiofrequency ablation in minimally invasive neurosurgery.Annals of medicine and surgery (2012) · 2026Review
- Chronic Pain in Multiple Sclerosis: Mechanisms, Clinical Characteristics and Treatment Strategies.International journal of molecular sciences · 2026Review
- Updated Evidence of Acupuncture for Trigeminal Neuralgia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis with GRADE Assessment.Journal of pain research · 2026Review
- Post-acute sequelae SARS-CoV-2 infection and neuropathic pain: a narrative review of the literature and future directions.Pain management · 2025Review
- 13. Trigeminal Neuralgia.Pain practice : the official journal of World Institute of Pain · 2025Review
- Effectiveness of Radiofrequency in Treating Pain Associated With Trigeminal Neuralgia in Oncologic Patients.Cureus · 2025Article
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- Modern Approaches to the Treatment of Acute Facial Pain.Current pain and headache reports · 2024Review
- Analyzing the Effect of Intraoperative Stimulation Voltage on Facial Numbness Following Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation in the Treatment of Idiopathic Trigeminal Neuralgia.Pain and therapy · 2024Article
- Trigeminal neuralgia caused by venous compression: a comprehensive literature review.Journal of medicine and life · 2024Review
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- Non-Surgical Treatments of Trigeminal Neuralgia from the Perspective of a Pain Physician: A Narrative Review.Biomedicines · 2023Review
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9 authors at 4 institutions in 4 countries.
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Abstract
Trigeminal neuralgia (TN) is a chronic pain condition that affects the trigeminal nerve, the largest of the cranial nerves. It is characterized by severe, sudden, and recurrent facial pain, often triggered by light touch or a breeze. Treatment options for TN include medication, nerve blocks, and surgery, but radiofrequency ablation (RFA) has emerged as a promising alternative. RFA is a minimally invasive procedure that uses heat energy to destroy the small portion of the trigeminal nerve responsible for the pain. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia and can be done as an outpatient procedure. RFA has been shown to provide long-term pain relief for TN patients with a low complication rate. However, RFA is not suitable for all TN patients and may not be effective for those with multiple pain sites. Despite these limitations, RFA is a valuable option for TN patients who are not responding to other treatments. Furthermore, RFA is a good alternative for a patient unsuitable for surgery. Further research is needed to fully understand the long-term effectiveness of RFA and identify the best candidates for the procedure.
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