Intrathecal baclofen in severe spasticity
McLean, B.N.
British Journal of Hospital Medicine 49(4): 262-267
1993
ISSN/ISBN: 0007-1064 PMID: 8443626 Document Number: 415690
Control of severe spasticity and its associated features with administration of baclofen directly into the CSF via an intrathecal pump has radically improved the management of patients resistant to oral therapy. This article reviews the rationale and clinical indications for this technique, and the outcome and complications encountered.
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