Michael Gregory Rodriguez MD, Presenter: Nothing to Disclose

Tatum Adams Mcarthur MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

Samuel J. Galgano MD, Abstract Co-Author: Nothing to Disclose

1. To review the various CT-guided pain interventions that can be performed in the cervical, thoracic, and lumbar spine. 2. To review the indications and contraindications for performing CT-guided pain interventions in the spine. 3. To discuss the techniques in performing CT-guided pain interventions in the spine. 4. To review the complications associated with CT-guided pain interventions in the spine 5. To review the advantages and disadvantages of performing pain interventions in the spine using CT versus fluoroscopy

1. Overview of Pain Interventions in the Spine a. Epidural Injection b. Selective nerve root block and Transforaminal block c. Facet joint injection d. Pars interarticularis defect injection e. Sacroiliac joint injection f. Coccyx injection 2. Indications and Contraindications 3. Techniques a. Pre-procedure planning b. Medications (anesthetics, corticosteroids, contrast agents) c. Procedures d. Post-procedure 4. Complications 5. Advantages and Disadvantages of CT versus fluoroscopy in performing image-guided pain interventions  

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Rodriguez, M, Mcarthur, T, Galgano, S, CT-Guided Pain Interventions of the Spine.  Radiological Society of North America 2014 Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting, - ,Chicago IL. http://archive.rsna.org/2014/14003111.html