Intrathecal Baclofen Bolus Dosing and Catheter Tip Placement in Pediatric Tone Management - 05/12/14
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Intrathecal baclofen (ITB), administered by an implanted pump, has emerged as an efficacious therapy for the treatment of hypertonicity in pediatrics. Although ITB has been used for more than 20 years clinically, much is still unknown about the most optimal dosing regimens and intrathecal catheter tip placement. Clinician experience, animal research, and advanced imaging is guiding the use of ITB. The rationale for high cervical catheter tip placement and pulsating flex dosing is described.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Pediatric, Cerebral palsy, Intrathecal baclofen, Spasticity, Flex, Bolus, Catheter
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Vol 26 - N° 1
P. 89-93 - février 2015 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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