Percutaneous Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation for Trigeminal Neuralgia Using Propofol

Abstract

Percutaneous radiofrequency thermocoagulation, has gained popularity in recent years as a method for treatment of trigeminal neuralgia. We have performed this treatment using propofol anesthesia in a series of 22 patients suffering from trigeminal neuralgia. With this technique, we could minimize pain which had been unavoidable in previous methods. We present the outcome and side-effects of our technique.