=?Windows-1252?Q?Intrathecal_Pump_Implant_(_Spinal_Morphine_Pump_)_? =?Windows-1252?Q?_FAQ’s?

From: Helen Dynda (olddad66@runestone.net)
Tue Jun 4 18:13:08 2002


Intrathecal Pump Implant ("Spinal Morphine Pump") FAQ’s

http://www.reddinganesthesia.com/itpump.htm

What is an Intrathecal Pump Implant ("Spinal Morphine Pump")? An Intrathecal Pump is a specialized device, which delivers concentrated amounts of medication(s) into spinal cord area via a small catheter (tubing). What is an Intrathecal Pump Implant ("Spinal Morphine Pump")? An Intrathecal Pump is a specialized device, which delivers concentrated amounts of medication(s) into spinal cord area via a small catheter (tubing).

Am I a candidate for Intrathecal Pump Implant ("Spinal Morphine Pump")? Currently at TPM, Intrathecal Pump is offered to patients with :

Chronic and severe pain, who have not adequately responded to other treatment modalities. Some of the examples are failed back syndrome, cancer pain, RSD. These patients receive infusion of painkillers such as Morphine or Dilaudid. Spastic disorders such as Multiple Sclerosis, Spinal Cord Injury - associated with muscle spasms. These patients receive infusion of an antispasmodic medication called Baclofen.

TO FINISH READING THIS ARTICLE, GO TO THE ABOVE WEBSITE.


Enter keywords:
Returns per screen: Require all keywords: