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Compares treatment options for Trigeminal Neuralgia
Official title CT-guided vs Fluoroscopy-guided Trigeminal Ganglion Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation for Idiopathic Trigeminal Neuralgia
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06620172
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to compare the effectiveness and safety of CT-guided versus fluoroscopy-guided trigeminal ganglion radiofrequency thermocoagulation (TG-RFT) in treating idiopathic trigeminal neuralgia (TN) in adults aged 18 and older. The main questions it aims to answer are: Does CT-guided TG-RFT provide better pain relief compared to fluoroscopy-guided TG-RFT?
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 60
You may be able to join if
- Age \>18 years
- Idiopathic trigeminal neuralgia (TN) based on the International Headache Society criteria
- Pain for at least six months and a NRS score greater than 6 despite medical treatment
- Able to provide informed consent.
- Agree to follow the study procedures and attend follow-up visits.
You likely can't join if
- Vascular compression of the trigeminal nerve by MRI and MRI angiography and the presence of secondary causes such as multiple sclerosis
- Trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias accompanied by autonomic symptoms
- Dental or temporomandibular joint pathologies
- Previous treatment procedures or surgery for TN
- Coagulopathy or use of antiaggregants and anticoagulants
- Cardiac pacemaker
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age \>18 years
- Idiopathic trigeminal neuralgia (TN) based on the International Headache Society criteria
- Pain for at least six months and a NRS score greater than 6 despite medical treatment
- Able to provide informed consent.
- Agree to follow the study procedures and attend follow-up visits.
- Vascular compression of the trigeminal nerve by MRI and MRI angiography and the presence of secondary causes such as multiple sclerosis
- Trigeminal autonomic cephalalgias accompanied by autonomic symptoms
- Dental or temporomandibular joint pathologies
- Previous treatment procedures or surgery for TN
- Coagulopathy or use of antiaggregants and anticoagulants
- Cardiac pacemaker
- Renal-hepatic insufficiency
- Diagnosis of psychiatric illness
- Malignancy
- Injection site or systemic infection
- Current participation in another clinical trial that could interfere with the outcomes of this study.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Zagazig, Sharqia Province, Egypt
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 60 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Zagazig, Sharqia Province, Egypt. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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