Abstract
Radiofrequency denervation of the cervical medial branches is a possible treatment for chronic cervical facet pain syndrome when conservative management has failed. According to the literature, complications after radiofrequency denervation of the cervical medial branches are rare. We report a case of possible phrenic nerve injury after ipsilateral radiofrequency denervation of the cervical medial branches following a posterolateral approach.
Original language | English |
---|---|
Pages (from-to) | E42-E45 |
Journal | Pain Practice |
Volume | 16 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Feb 2016 |
Keywords
- radiofrequency denervation
- cervical medial branches
- phrenic nerve injury