Techniques in medicine: ipsilateral transforaminal epidural steroid injection in Bertolotti's syndrome.
Pain Manag
; 14(3): 125-128, 2024 Mar.
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| ID: mdl-38385170
ABSTRACT
Bertolotti's syndrome, also known as lumbosacral transitional vertebrae, is a relatively rare spinal condition characterized by an anatomical variation in the lower spine. Conservative approaches such as physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications and lifestyle modifications may be recommended for mild cases. In more severe cases or when conservative measures fail to provide relief, injections such as may be considered to alleviate pain. This case is unique in that we document a challenging technique of ipsilateral transforaminal epidural steroid injection in a patient with Bertolotti's syndrome.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Dolor de la Región Lumbar
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Vértebras Lumbares
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Pain Manag
Año:
2024
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Estados Unidos