title: [Racz Spring Guide Catheter epidural lysis of adhesions and percutaneous neuroplasty].
abstract: In recent years, failed back neck surgery syndrome (FBNSS) has been increasing as the number of spinal surgeries rises. In particular, the frequencies of surgeries for intervertebral disk herniation and spinal stenosis are high, and FBNSS is commonly attributable to these procedures. FBNSS is a challenging disease for us pain clinicians, and its causes and treatment methods are diverse. FBNSS resulting from epidural adhesive radiculopathy often cannot be resolved by conventional conservative therapies. Treatments using spinal cord stimulation and epiduroscopy are performed in Japan. However, because these are invasive surgical procedures that require hospitalization, they are offered only at certain centers in the country. In contrast, Racz Spring Guide Catheters epidural neuroplasty can be carried out in outpatient settings, is less invasive and achieves excellent pain relief. Because of the superior performance and handiness of the Racz Spring Guide Catheter instruments, it is a technique that can be carried out in many institutions. This report describes the instruments and operative techniques applied for Racz Spring Guide Catheter epidural neuroplasty.
authors.forename: Tomikichi
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Matsumoto
mesh_terms: D057785:Catheters; D004824:Epidural Space; D055111:Failed Back Surgery Syndrome / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D009407:Nerve Block / Q000295:instrumentation* / Q000379:methods*