Using spinal cord stimulation to manage angina pain.
An implanted electrode that delivers low-voltage electrical current to the spinal cord appears to be effective in reducing angina symptoms and improving quality of life in patients who are not candidates for bypass surgery. This article describes the technology and which patients can benefit from it.
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Anesthetic Department, Green Lane Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand.
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D000787:Angina Pectoris / Q000451:nursing / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000523:psychology; D004599:Electric Stimulation Therapy / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods* / Q000451:nursing; D004567:Electrodes, Implanted; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D018579:Patient Selection; D011788:Quality of Life; D013116:Spinal Cord