Abstract
The possibility of obtaining a selective effect on different trigeminal branches by glycerol rhizotomy was studied in the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia. Transcutaneous electrical stimulation was used to quantify sensory impairment. An attempt was made to direct the neurotoxic effect by maintaining the patient's head in different positions during and after glycerol injection. The amount of glycerol injected varied according to the estimated size of the trigeminal cistern and/or to which branch that was involved. The study demonstrated a good selective effect on the ophthalmic branch, less selective on the maxillary, and a poorly selective effect on the mandibular branch. However, the clinical result following glycerol rhizotomy was equal regardless of the affected trigeminal branch.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
