Neurolytic celiac plexus block (NCPB) is commonly performed to relieve pancreatic cancer pain. Since Kappis described the percutaneous NCPB, a number of variations of this technique have been proposed to improve analgesic results and minimize complications. In this article, we review and discuss techniques, results, and complications of NCPB.
Celiac Block for the treatment of pancreatic pain
POLATI, Enrico;GOTTIN, Leonardo
2000-01-01
Abstract
Neurolytic celiac plexus block (NCPB) is commonly performed to relieve pancreatic cancer pain. Since Kappis described the percutaneous NCPB, a number of variations of this technique have been proposed to improve analgesic results and minimize complications. In this article, we review and discuss techniques, results, and complications of NCPB.File in questo prodotto:
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