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KMID : 1040020230140020085
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International Journal of Pain
2023 Volume.14 No. 2 p.85 ~ p.89
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Pulsed Radiofrequency Treatment in Patient with Lumbar Radiculopathy Due to Bertolotti's Syndrome: A Case Report
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Bae Jung-Il
Gang Heo
Kim Hangaram
Row Hyung-Sang
Yoo Yong-Jae
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Abstract
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Bertolotti's syndrome (BS) is a condition that causes lower back pain due to the presence of a lumbosacral transitional vertebra (LSTV). A spectrum of therapeutic modalities, ranging from conservative management to surgical intervention, has been endeavored in its management. It has been reported that LSTV may subsequently lead to conditions such as scoliosis, facet joint arthritis, strains of the quadratus lumborum and iliopsoas muscles, and herniated discs. Moreover, BS commonly manifests with lower back pain; however, it is rarely associated with radiation-induced leg pain. In this case report, we aimed to investigate the effectiveness of pulsed radiofrequency treatment in patients who underwent diagnostic nerve blocks for radicular pain suspected to be induced by BS and demonstrated temporary pain relief.
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KEYWORD
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magnetic resonance imaging, radiculopathy, radiofrequency ablation
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