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Comparison of Pulsed and Thermal Radiofrequency for Trigeminal Neuralgia
Led by Zagazig University · Updated on 2024-12-31
60
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
21 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the effectiveness of Pulsed Radiofrequency (PRF) with Pulsed and Thermal Radiofrequency (PRF + TRF) in treating Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN) in adults. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does PRF or PRF + TRF provide better pain relief for patients with trigeminal neuralgia? * What is the safety profile and complication rate of PRF versus PRF + TRF? Researchers will compare the effects of PRF and PRF + TRF to see if thermal lesioning in addition to pulsed RF provides superior long-term pain relief and reduces the need for analgesic medication. Participants will: * Undergo either PRF or PRF + TRF treatment targeting the trigeminal nerve. * Be assessed for pain relief, functional status, and adverse events over a 3-month follow-up period.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Comparison of Pulsed and Thermal Radiofrequency for Trigeminal Neuralgia
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adults aged 18-60 years
- Diagnosis of classical trigeminal neuralgia as defined by international criteria
- Unilateral, episodic facial pain lasting at least six months with a Numeric Rating Scale score greater than 6 despite medical treatment
- Ability to provide informed consent
- Willingness to follow study procedures and attend follow-up visits
You will not qualify if you...
- Secondary trigeminal neuralgia caused by tumors or multiple sclerosis
- Previous surgery or radiofrequency treatment for trigeminal neuralgia
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women
- Allergies to anesthetics or agents used in the procedure
- Significant psychiatric disorders affecting pain assessment or participation
- Coagulopathy or use of anticoagulants that prevent the procedure
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Zagazig University, Faculty of Medicine
Zagazig, Sharqia Province, Egypt, 44519
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Research Team
A
Ahmed A Bessar, MD, PhD
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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