Techniques of Neurolysis

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Examines the techniques of injection of neurolytic solutions, most often ethyl alcohol and phenol, for the relief of chronic pain. Attention is given to possible complications and legal implications, and methods of mitigating these dangers. Seventeen contributions address the history and pharmacology of the techniques, subarachnoid blocks, epidural fibrosis, stellate ganglion neurolysis, radiofrequency lesions, blocks of peripheral nerves, and spasticity. Many illustrations and tables. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)