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ArticleCureus2025

Effectiveness of Ultrasound-Guided Stellate Ganglion Block in Treating Pediatric Complex Regional Pain Syndrome.

Kevin M Tang, Crystal Lee, Mia Castiglione, Haijun Zhang

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Article in Cureus, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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4 authors.

Kevin M TangAnesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Rutgers University New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA.
Crystal LeeAnesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Rutgers University New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA.
Mia CastiglioneAnesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, Rutgers University New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA.
Haijun ZhangAnesthesiology, Rutgers University New Jersey Medical School, Newark, USA.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a painful neuropathic condition that is often difficult to diagnose and treat in children. In patients who fail conservative treatment, an interventional approach can provide pain relief and improve functionality. We present a case in which an ultrasound-guided stellate ganglion block (SGB) was performed on a pediatric patient with refractory CRPS affecting the upper extremity. Following the block, the patient reported significant pain reduction, less frequent flares, and improvement of functions without any significant complications. This case report aims to highlight the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided SGB in treating pediatric CRPS patients. The recent advocacy of ultrasound-guided interventions has demonstrated efficacy and improved safety due to clear visualization of key structures.

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complex regional pain syndrome type 1pain interventionpediatric painstellate ganglion block (sgb)ultrasound-guided

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PMID39912041
PMCPMC11798617

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