To retrospectively analyze the safety, efficacy, and long-term curative effect of spiral
CT-guided pulse radiofrequency (PRF) therapy on gasserian ganglion for trigeminal neuralgia (TN). Methods:
The medical data of 121 classic TN patients who underwent gasserian ganglion PRF treatment were analyzed,
and preoperative and postoperative BNI pain intensity were compared. Data on perioperative complications
were retrospectively collected, and the Kaplan-Meier analysis was used to evaluate pain recurrence and
long-term curative effect. Results: The initial pain relief rate was 85.12%, and the cumulative recurrence-free
survival after the procedure was 85.12%, 82.62%, 78.98%, 70.47%, 63.98%, and 61.08% at 1, 6, 12, 48, 96, and
120 months, respectively. There were no adverse complications noted during treatment. Conclusion: Spiral CT
guided gasserian ganglion PRF treatment for classic TN is safe, effective and has few side effects. It is suitable
for elderly patients with multiple comorbidities who cannot tolerate general anesthesia. |