Neurectomy of C2 for the Treatment of Occipital Neuralgia: Case Report
Arq. bras. neurocir
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39(1): 46-48, 15/03/2020.
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in English
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ABSTRACT
Occipital neuralgia (ON) is an uncommon cause of headache, and it is characterized by a stabbing paroxysmal pain that radiates to the occipital region. The present study includes a review of the literature and a case report. The etiology of this pathology can vary from traumas, infections, compressions of nerves or vertebrae, skull base surgeries, to degenerative changes and congenital anomalies. However, most of the time, the etiology is considered idiopathic. The diagnosis is essentially clinical. However, it is crucial that other types of primary headache are excluded. The treatment for ON may be based on nerve blocks, medications or surgeries. Neurectomy of the second spinal nerve is among the surgical techniques available.
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Main subject:
Spinal Nerves
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Neuralgia
Language:
English
Journal:
Arq. bras. neurocir
Journal subject:
Cirurgia
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Neurosurgery
Year:
2020
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Brazil
Institution/Affiliation country:
Hospital Aroldo Tourinho/BR
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Hospital Vila da Serra/BR
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