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Neuromodulation for Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
Part II
Neuromodulation for Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
Part II Richard K. Osenbach, M.D.
Director of Neuroscience and Neurosurgery
Cape Fear Valley Health System
Fayetteville, NC
Richard K. Osenbach, M.D.
Director of Neuroscience and Neurosurgery
Cape Fear Valley Health System
Fayetteville, NC
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Spinal Opiates for Benign PainSpinal Opiates for Benign Pain
Controversial
Mixed reviews and results
Reporting of outcomes non-uniform
No definitive end-point for therapy
Controversial
Mixed reviews and results
Reporting of outcomes non-uniform
No definitive end-point for therapy
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Rationale of IT Drug InfusionRationale of IT Drug Infusion
Provide high concentration of drug at the site of interaction with spinal receptors and minimize spread to other regions in the
brain
Provide high concentration of drug at the site of interaction with spinal receptors and minimize spread to other regions in the
brain
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History of Opiate AnalgesiaHistory of Opiate Analgesia
1901 - intrathecal injection of morphine
1915 - antagonist of morphine discovered
1951 - 1st human use of morphine antagonists
1976 - 1st use of IT morphine in animals
1980 - spinal morphine used for cancer pain
1901 - intrathecal injection of morphine
1915 - antagonist of morphine discovered
1951 - 1st human use of morphine antagonists
1976 - 1st use of IT morphine in animals
1980 - spinal morphine used for cancer pain
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Opioid Receptors and LigandsOpioid Receptors and Ligands
Opioid
Receptor
Endogenous
Agonist
Synthetic
AgonistsAntagonists
Mu (70%)ß-Endorphin
Endomorphins
Morphine
DAMGO
Naloxone
ß-FNA
Delta (20-30%)
Met-Enkephalin
Leu-Enkephalin
DPDPE
SNC-80
DSTBULET
Naltrindole
Naloxone
Kappa (5-10%)
Dynorphine A
Dynorphine B
hORL1Nociceptin/OFQ None
Location of Opioid Receptors in the CNS
Dorsal hornLamina ISubstantia gelatinosa
BrainstemNucleus caudalis
SupraspinalPAGThalamic nucleiStriatumHypothalamusLimbic systemCortex
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Mu ReceptorMu ReceptorDefined by affinity for morphine
Less affinity for other receptor subtypes
Most clinically important opioids selective for Mu receptorCross react at higher doses1 - supraspinal 2 – spinal
Most analgesic effects of systemic morphine mediated through 1 effects
70% located pre-synaptically
Defined by affinity for morphineLess affinity for other receptor subtypes
Most clinically important opioids selective for Mu receptorCross react at higher doses1 - supraspinal 2 – spinal
Most analgesic effects of systemic morphine mediated through 1 effects
70% located pre-synaptically
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Opioid Recptor PhysiologyOpioid Recptor Physiology
G-protein-coupled receptor familySynthesized in DRGSecond messenger using cAMPNegative coupling
Inhibit cAMP via Gi-protein
And - opening of K+ channels - Closing of ca2+
G-protein-coupled receptor familySynthesized in DRGSecond messenger using cAMPNegative coupling
Inhibit cAMP via Gi-protein
And - opening of K+ channels - Closing of ca2+
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Opioid ActionsOpioid ActionsAnalgesiaPruritisUrinary retentionAutonomic Effects
Cough suppression, orthostatic hypotension• Nucleus tractus solitarius and ambiguous, locus ceruleus
Respiratory depression• Nucleus tractus solitarius, parabrachial nucleus
Nausea/vomiting• Area postrema
ConstipationMeiosis
• Superior colliculus, pretectal nuclei
Endocrine effectsPosterior pituitary – inhibition of vasopressinHormonal effects – hypothalamic infundibulum
Behavioral effectsAmygdala, hippocampus, nucleus accumbuns, basal ganglia
Motor rigidityStriatum
AnalgesiaPruritisUrinary retentionAutonomic Effects
Cough suppression, orthostatic hypotension• Nucleus tractus solitarius and ambiguous, locus ceruleus
Respiratory depression• Nucleus tractus solitarius, parabrachial nucleus
Nausea/vomiting• Area postrema
ConstipationMeiosis
• Superior colliculus, pretectal nuclei
Endocrine effectsPosterior pituitary – inhibition of vasopressinHormonal effects – hypothalamic infundibulum
Behavioral effectsAmygdala, hippocampus, nucleus accumbuns, basal ganglia
Motor rigidityStriatum
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Intraspinal MorphineConversion Ratios
Intraspinal MorphineConversion Ratios
300 mg oral morphine =
100 mg parenteral morphine =
10 mg epidural morphine =
1 mg intrathecal morphine
* May not be accurate at high doses
300 mg oral morphine =
100 mg parenteral morphine =
10 mg epidural morphine =
1 mg intrathecal morphine
* May not be accurate at high doses
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Patient SelectionPatient Selection
Inclusion Criteria
Opioid-responsive pain
Failure of long-acting oral opioids
Exclusion Criteria
Spinal pathology precluding catheter placement
Allergy to opiates
Difficulty coming for pump refills
Inclusion Criteria
Opioid-responsive pain
Failure of long-acting oral opioids
Exclusion Criteria
Spinal pathology precluding catheter placement
Allergy to opiates
Difficulty coming for pump refills
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Pump anchored with sutures or pouch
Catheter connector which also functions as the primary anchor
V-wing anchor
Dural puncture
Catheter tip
Paramedian Oblique Entry
5 cm of slack in catheter
Loop of excess catheter under pump
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Implantable Drug PumpsImplantable Drug Pumps
Programmable
Constant flow
Programmable
Constant flow
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Constant Flow PumpConstant Flow Pump
Drug delivered at constant, pre-programmed rate
ADVANTAGES
Unlimited life expectancy
Less costly (?)
DISADVANTAGES
Less versatile than programmable pumps
Dose changes require pump refill
Flow rates influenced by physical parameters
Drug delivered at constant, pre-programmed rate
ADVANTAGES
Unlimited life expectancy
Less costly (?)
DISADVANTAGES
Less versatile than programmable pumps
Dose changes require pump refill
Flow rates influenced by physical parameters
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Constant Flow PumpFactors Affecting Drug Delivery
Constant Flow PumpFactors Affecting Drug Delivery
Body temperature
10-13% increase in flow per 1ºC rise
Geographical elevation
flow increases at higher altitudes
Blood pressure
inversely proportional
3% change for every 10mmHg MAP
Body temperature
10-13% increase in flow per 1ºC rise
Geographical elevation
flow increases at higher altitudes
Blood pressure
inversely proportional
3% change for every 10mmHg MAP
Drug viscosity Q = K x (P1-P2) u
Reservoir capacityflow rate calibrated for 50% capacity;4% variability at extremes of volume
Pump “Dead Space”4ml “dead volume”correction factor for concentration
Drug viscosity Q = K x (P1-P2) u
Reservoir capacityflow rate calibrated for 50% capacity;4% variability at extremes of volume
Pump “Dead Space”4ml “dead volume”correction factor for concentration
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Programmable PumpsProgrammable PumpsADVANTAGES
Maximum flexibility
Variable rates
Program bolus doses
Alter dose by telemetry
DISADVANTAGES
Finite life expectancy
More expensive (?)
ADVANTAGES
Maximum flexibility
Variable rates
Program bolus doses
Alter dose by telemetry
DISADVANTAGES
Finite life expectancy
More expensive (?)
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General Guidelines for IT Drug Selection
General Guidelines for IT Drug Selection
Consider these issues regarding administration of intrathecal drugs: Drug stabilityDrug stability Drug-drug compatibility for co-administrationDrug-drug compatibility for co-administration Drug-pump compatibilityDrug-pump compatibility Effect of diluents on pumpEffect of diluents on pump pHpH
Choose appropriate concentration based on: Desired doseDesired dose Pump capabilitiesPump capabilities Refill interval (no less than 2-4 wks)Refill interval (no less than 2-4 wks)
Consider these issues regarding administration of intrathecal drugs: Drug stabilityDrug stability Drug-drug compatibility for co-administrationDrug-drug compatibility for co-administration Drug-pump compatibilityDrug-pump compatibility Effect of diluents on pumpEffect of diluents on pump pHpH
Choose appropriate concentration based on: Desired doseDesired dose Pump capabilitiesPump capabilities Refill interval (no less than 2-4 wks)Refill interval (no less than 2-4 wks)
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General Guidelines (cont.)General Guidelines (cont.)
DOSING STRATEGYDose escalation with inadequate analgesia
Cautious dose reduction if adequate analgesia but intolerable side effects
Addition of drug; reduction of opioid dose with second analgesic
EVALUATION OF THERAPEUTIC FAILURE Comprehensive patient reevaluation
Assess pump and system integrityInterrogate and empty (refill assess volume)
– Dye study of catheter integrity
Pathophysiology of the pain
DOSING STRATEGYDose escalation with inadequate analgesia
Cautious dose reduction if adequate analgesia but intolerable side effects
Addition of drug; reduction of opioid dose with second analgesic
EVALUATION OF THERAPEUTIC FAILURE Comprehensive patient reevaluation
Assess pump and system integrityInterrogate and empty (refill assess volume)
– Dye study of catheter integrity
Pathophysiology of the pain
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Trialing for IT TherapyTrialing for IT Therapy
Multiple accepted methods
No consensus as to the single best method
Multiple accepted methods
No consensus as to the single best method
What do we know about screening?
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Questions Regarding TrialingQuestions Regarding Trialing
Screening method
Duration of trial
Drug and dose
Use of placebo
Systemic opioids
Criteria for success
Screening method
Duration of trial
Drug and dose
Use of placebo
Systemic opioids
Criteria for success
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Functional (Continuous) TrialFunctional (Continuous) TrialADVANTAGES
Most accurately replicates permanent pumpAllows for longer trialsControlled dose titrationAssess starting dose for IT therapyReduce risk of drug-related side effectsDissipates placebo effect over timeAssessment of functional outcome
DISADVANTGES
Procedurally more complicatedRequires greater expertiseHigher morbidityMore costly
ADVANTAGES
Most accurately replicates permanent pumpAllows for longer trialsControlled dose titrationAssess starting dose for IT therapyReduce risk of drug-related side effectsDissipates placebo effect over timeAssessment of functional outcome
DISADVANTGES
Procedurally more complicatedRequires greater expertiseHigher morbidityMore costly
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Epidural Vs. IntrathecalEpidural Vs. Intrathecal
CRITERIA EPIDURAL INTRATHECAL
Onset of ActionSlower onset of analgesia Faster onset of analgesia
Systemic EffectsGreater systemic effects Minimal systemic effects
Duration of EffectShorter-lasting Longer-lasting
DoseHigher dose to achieve effect
Lower dose required (1/10 epidural dose)
Adverse Effects/Risks
Higher incidence of systemic side effects
Risk of epidural abscess
Post-LP headache
Respiratory depression
Meningitis
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Placebo AdministrationPlacebo Administration
Rationale: reduce the likelihood of a false positive trial
Normal individuals may exhibit a placebo response
Difficulty interpreting placebo response
A positive placebo response should not necessarily mean “no pump”
Functional trialing with dose titration dissipates the placebo response over time
Rationale: reduce the likelihood of a false positive trial
Normal individuals may exhibit a placebo response
Difficulty interpreting placebo response
A positive placebo response should not necessarily mean “no pump”
Functional trialing with dose titration dissipates the placebo response over time
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Oral Opioids During TrialOral Opioids During TrialNo consensus on alteration of systemic opioids during the trial
Maintaining the patient on a portion of their daily dose will lessen the likelihood of withdrawal
Withdrawal from systemic opioids may result in reduction in opioid-induced hyperalgesia
May produce a “false positive” result
50-75% reduction in systemic dose
Liberal use of “breakthrough” medication Minimal use of “breakthough” medication can be taken as one objective measure of pain relief
No consensus on alteration of systemic opioids during the trial
Maintaining the patient on a portion of their daily dose will lessen the likelihood of withdrawal
Withdrawal from systemic opioids may result in reduction in opioid-induced hyperalgesia
May produce a “false positive” result
50-75% reduction in systemic dose
Liberal use of “breakthrough” medication Minimal use of “breakthough” medication can be taken as one objective measure of pain relief
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IT Bolus (ITB) Vs. Continuous Epidural Infusion (CEI)
IT Bolus (ITB) Vs. Continuous Epidural Infusion (CEI)
86 patient screened for inclusion28 excluded from inclusion
58 patients approached18 declined inclusion
40 patients randomized ITB (n=18) or CEI (n=19)
27 successful trial - pump implantationITB, 67% (12/18) CEI, 79% (15/19)3 patients lost to follow-upITB (n=10), CEI (n=14
86 patient screened for inclusion28 excluded from inclusion
58 patients approached18 declined inclusion
40 patients randomized ITB (n=18) or CEI (n=19)
27 successful trial - pump implantationITB, 67% (12/18) CEI, 79% (15/19)3 patients lost to follow-upITB (n=10), CEI (n=14
Anderson V, Burchiel K, Cooke B: A Prospective Randomized Trial of Intrathecal Injection vs. Epidural Infusion in the Selection of Patients for Continuous Intrathecal Opioid Therapy. Neuromodulation, 2003
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IT Bolus Vs. CEIIT Bolus Vs. CEINo significant difference in 6 month outcomes between ITB and CEI
ITB – 60% “successful” response
CEI – 64% “successful” response
Drug-related complications more common in ITB group (88%) vs. CEI group (70%)CEI 2.5 times more costly ($4,762 vs. 1,862)
No significant difference in 6 month outcomes between ITB and CEI
ITB – 60% “successful” response
CEI – 64% “successful” response
Drug-related complications more common in ITB group (88%) vs. CEI group (70%)CEI 2.5 times more costly ($4,762 vs. 1,862)
CONCLUSION: Differences in pain and functional response to long-term IT opioids among patients selected by either trial method are not large
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IT Bolus Vs. CEIIT Bolus Vs. CEI
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VAS Pain Scores
IT CEI
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VAS Pain Scores
IT CEI
Anderson V, Burchiel K, Cooke B: A Prospective Randomized Trial of Intrathecal Injection vs. Epidural Infusion in the Selection of Patients for Continuous Intrathecal Opioid Therapy. Neuromodulation, 2003
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ComplicationsComplicationsBleeding problems
Spinal epidural hematoma
Pump pocket hematoma/seroma
Infection
most often occurs at pump pocket
REMOVE the system
Post-dural puncture headache
CSF leak
Drug-related side effects
Catheter complications
Bleeding problemsSpinal epidural hematoma
Pump pocket hematoma/seroma
Infection
most often occurs at pump pocket
REMOVE the system
Post-dural puncture headache
CSF leak
Drug-related side effects
Catheter complications
20-25% incidence
20,000 implants annually
5,000 catheter revisions annually
Estimated revision cost $10,000
$50,000,000 yearly revision cost
20-25% incidence
20,000 implants annually
5,000 catheter revisions annually
Estimated revision cost $10,000
$50,000,000 yearly revision cost
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PA03 Update of Clinical Guidelines for the use of Intraspinal Drug Infusion in Pain Management
PA03 Update of Clinical Guidelines for the use of Intraspinal Drug Infusion in Pain Management
Morphine Hydromorphone
Morphine (or Hydromorphone) + Bupivacaine
Morphine (or Hydromorphone) + Clonidine
Morphine (or Hydromorphone) + Bupivacaine + Clonidine
Neostigmine, Adenosine, Ketorolac
Fentanyl, Sufentanil, Midazolam, Baclofen
For Selected Patients Only
Ropivacaine, Meperidine, Gabapentin, Buprenorphine, Octreotide, other **
* The specific line to be determined after FDA review of NDA** Potential spinal analgesics: Methadone, Oxymorphone, NMDA antagonists
Line 1
Line 5
Line 4
Line 6
Line 3
Line 2
* Ziconotide
Neuropathic Pain
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Recommended Maximum Intrathecal Dosages and Concentrations*
Recommended Maximum Intrathecal Dosages and Concentrations*
* These represent general recommendations and are dependent upon the specific patient and the clinical experience of the physician and thus, maximum dosage and/or concentrations may vary from these.
Drug Dosage (mg/day) Concentration(mg/ml)
Morphine 15 30
Hydromorphone 10 30
Bupivacaine 30 38
Clonidine 1.0 2.0
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Spinal OpiatesNon-malignant Pain
Mean morphine dose
initial: 2.7 mg/day (0.3-12 mg/day)
after 3.4 years: 4.7 mg/day (0.3-12 mg/day)
28 patients followed more than 4 years
64% (n=18) constant dosage history
36% (n=10) increase in morphine dose > 6mg/day after 1 year
Winkellmuller et al.: J Neurosurgery 85:458-467, 1996
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Spinal OpiatesNon-Malignant Pain
U.S. experience, 1981-1992
14 authors, 156 patients
69% (107) good-excellent pain relief
75% with cancer pain – good/excellent pain relief
Krames E: Spinal Administration of Opioids for Nonmalignant Pain Syndromes: A U.S. Experience
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Spinal Opiates Non-Malignant Pain
120 patients
63% (n=76) with FBSS or LBP
Mean age: 54.0 + 11.2 years (28-79)
Follow-up period
mean: 3.4 + 1.3 years (0.5 - 5.7 years)
Winkellmuller et al.: J Neurosurgery 85:458-467, 1996
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Mean Pain Scores
Winkellmuller et al.: J Neurosurgery 85:458-467, 1996
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Mean VAS • 74% benefit
•Avg. pain reduction• 67% at 6 months•58% last follow-up
• 81% improved QOL
•92% “satisfied”
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Mean Daily Morphine Dose
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Mor
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Winkellmuller et al.: J Neurosurgery 85:458-467, 1996
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Multicenter Review of Spinal Opiates
Retrospective review of 429 patients
66% non-malignant pain
Physician assessment
global pain relief scores
percent pain relief
VAS scores for pain intensity
ADL, overall activity level
Employment
Paice: J Pain Symptom Management, 1996
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Is it time for a nap?
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Global Pain Relief
Excellent 52.4%
Good 42.9%
Poor 4.8%
52%
43%
5%
Paice: J Pain Symptom Management, 1996
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Changes in ADL
Increased82%
No Change14%
Decreased 4%
82%
14% 4%
Paice: J Pain Symptom Management, 1996
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Daily Opiate Dosage
Mean daily dose, 9.2 mg/day
Initial dose higher for non-malignant pain
Gradual linear dose escalation in non-malignant pain
At 24 months, dosages similar in patients with non-malignant and cancer pain
Paice: J Pain Symptom Management, 1996
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Conclusions of Multicenter Review
Nociceptive pain responds best to spinal opiates
Neuropathic pain responds to spinal opiates but may require higher dosages
Addition of local anesthetics may by synergistic in neuropathic pain
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Prospective Study - Spinal Opiates
40 patients with non-malignant pain
mostly FBSS with > 3 operations
Mean duration of pain, 8 + 9 years (6mos-40yrs)
30 (75%) had successful screening trial
minimum of 50% pain reduction by VAS
Follow-up 6, 12, 18, 24 months
complete data for 20 patients followed for 2 years
Outcome by VAS, CIPI, BDI, MPQ
Anderson V,Burchiel K: Neurosurgery, Feb. 1999
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Results
VAS for pain and pain coping scores remained improved
CIPI and MPQ scores improved and persisted
Initial morphine dose 1.96 + 1.8 mg/day, inc. to 6.0 + 7.0 at 3 months, 9.43 + 8.8 at 15 months
Device complications, 20%
Anderson V,Burchiel K: Neurosurgery, Feb. 1999
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Visual Analog ScoresVisual Analog ScoresMean initial VAS
78.5 ± 15.9 (39-100)
Decrease in VAS greatest during the initial 3 months
Reduction in VAS remained relatively constant
Mean initial VAS
78.5 ± 15.9 (39-100)
Decrease in VAS greatest during the initial 3 months
Reduction in VAS remained relatively constant
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Anderson V,Burchiel K: Neurosurgery, Feb. 1999
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Medication IntakeMedication Intake
Daily IT morphine dose 25mg
Mean equianalgesic opioid dose increased significantly over time
initial: 1.96 ± 1.75 mg/day
24 months: 14.59 ± 20.52 mg/day
Dose escalation most rapid during initial 3 months
Oral narcotic intake
initial: 90% (28/30)
24 months: 30% (6/30)
Daily IT morphine dose 25mg
Mean equianalgesic opioid dose increased significantly over time
initial: 1.96 ± 1.75 mg/day
24 months: 14.59 ± 20.52 mg/day
Dose escalation most rapid during initial 3 months
Oral narcotic intake
initial: 90% (28/30)
24 months: 30% (6/30)
Anderson V,Burchiel K: Neurosurgery, Feb. 1999
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Spinal Opiates for Benign PainMaron J, Loeser J: The Clinical Journal Pain, 1996Spinal Opiates for Benign PainMaron J, Loeser J: The Clinical Journal Pain, 1996
Data insufficient to permit formal analysis
The proper role of intraspinal opioids in the treatment of non-malignant pain cannot be determined from the existing literature
Spinal opiates for benign pain should be considered experimental
All patients who receive such therapy should be part of a clinical protocol
Data insufficient to permit formal analysis
The proper role of intraspinal opioids in the treatment of non-malignant pain cannot be determined from the existing literature
Spinal opiates for benign pain should be considered experimental
All patients who receive such therapy should be part of a clinical protocol
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Intrathecal Therapy vs. Oral Opioids, vs. Functional Restoration Program for FBSS
Doleys, et. al.
Intrathecal Therapy vs. Oral Opioids, vs. Functional Restoration Program for FBSS
Doleys, et. al.
Interpretation as to the most effective treatment depends on the outcome measure emphasized. There is a “disconnect” between ratings of pain, disability, mood, and quality of life. The use of a multi-dimensional outcomes approach revealed a number of inconsistencies in the data which could have been overlooked using only pain ratings and patient satisfaction data. No one treatment emerged as the most effective across all of the disease specific and generic measures. Although generally “satisfied” with treatment, patients continued to report significant levels of pain, disability, and impaired quality of life
Interpretation as to the most effective treatment depends on the outcome measure emphasized. There is a “disconnect” between ratings of pain, disability, mood, and quality of life. The use of a multi-dimensional outcomes approach revealed a number of inconsistencies in the data which could have been overlooked using only pain ratings and patient satisfaction data. No one treatment emerged as the most effective across all of the disease specific and generic measures. Although generally “satisfied” with treatment, patients continued to report significant levels of pain, disability, and impaired quality of life
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Unresolved IssuesUnresolved Issues
How should outcome be measured?
Management of tolerance
Question of neurotoxicity
Development of hyperalgesia
Indefinite requirement for medical care
How should outcome be measured?
Management of tolerance
Question of neurotoxicity
Development of hyperalgesia
Indefinite requirement for medical care
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The Bottom Line
There can be no substitute for sound clinical
judgement based on a detailed assessment of
each patient !
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“Men Are From Mars”“Men Are From Mars”