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Baloon Compression for Trigeminal Neuralgia
Balloon compression is a procedure that is used to treat trigeminal neuralgia, a condition that causes severe and sudden pain in the face. The procedure involves inserting a needle through the cheek and inflating a balloon inside the skull to compress the trigeminal nerve, which is responsible for the pain signals.
The procedure is done under general anesthesia and usually takes less than an hour. The benefits of balloon compression include rapid and effective pain relief, improved function and quality of life, and low cost. The risks of balloon compression include infection, bleeding, nerve injury, allergic reaction, and systemic toxicity. These risks are rare and can be minimized by using proper technique and imaging guidance.
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