Handbook of Trigeminal Neuralgia

Description:

This book covers all aspects of trigeminal neuralgia (TGN) which is a common yet very painful condition of face and scalp. Chapters include historical perspective of the condition, clinical presentations, diagnosis, management strategy, drug therapy, different interventional techniques utilized, and non-invasive modalities offered. The book has ample images to explain three main percutaneous procedures carried out for this condition such as radiofrequency thermocoagulation, glycerol rhizolysis and balloon microcompression in detail. It also covers open neurosurgical procedures including microvascular decompression and certain non-conventional and non-invasive methods.  This book provides assistance to pain physicians to have a comprehensive knowledge of trigeminal neuralgia. It is also relevant to neurosurgeons, neurologists, anesthesiologists, dental surgeons and resident doctors.

Table of Contents:

Part I. Basics of Trigeminal Neuralgia

Introduction to Trigeminal Neuralgia

Anatomy of Trigeminal Nerve

Etiopathogenesis of Trigeminal Neuralgia

Clinical Presentation and Diagnosis of Trigeminal Neuralgia

Differential Diagnosis of Trigeminal Neuralgia

Therapeutic Options for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Radiology for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Pharmacotherapy of Trigeminal Neuralgia

Part II. Peripheral Nerve Blocks for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Medications for Interventional Pain Management in Trigeminal Neuralgia

Supraorbital Nerve Block

Supratrochlear Nerve Block

Infraorbital Nerve Block

Auriculotemporal and Zygomaticotemporal Nerve Block

Mandibular Nerve Block for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Maxillary Nerve Block for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Mental Nerve Block

Intra-Oral Nerve Blocks for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Part III. Surgical Treatment of Trigeminal Neuralgia

Glycerol Rhizolysis for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Percutaneous Microballoon Compression for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Neurosurgical Treatment for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Gamma Knife Radiosurgery for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Part IV. Other Treatment Options for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Cryotherapy for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Neuromodulation in Trigeminal Neuralgia

Botulinum Toxin for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Neural Prolotherapy for Trigeminal Neuralgia

Complementary Medicine in Trigeminal Neuralgia

Part V. Special Scenario with Trigeminal Neuralgia

Trigeminal Neuralgia in Multiple Sclerosis

Management of Trigeminal Neuralgia During Pregnancy

Trigemino-Cardiac Reflex and Trigeminal Neuralgia

Therapeutic Outcome and Future Scopes in the Management of Trigeminal Neuralgia