Journal of vascular and interventional radiology : JVIR
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J Vasc Interv Radiol · May 2005
Spinal CT-guided interventional procedures for management of chronic back pain.
Image-guided interventional procedures have arisen as an alternative for management of back pain, with controversial indications and efficacy. This study describes the technique, clinical impact, and complications of computed tomography (CT)-guided infiltrations for the management of chronic back pain. ⋯ Spinal CT-guided infiltration constitutes an effective therapy for chronic back pain. This series confirms a low complication rate, good response, and high therapeutic value.