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Spinal Cord Stimulation

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Spinal Cord Stimulation Definition

A highly invasive form of electroanalgesia used to treat various chronic pain syndromes, which resist treatment by more common means. It is also used to treat peripheral ischemia, peripheral vascular disease, complex regional pain syndrome, intractable angina, chronic mesenteric ischemia, and diabetic peripheral arterial occlusive disease. (from White, Li, and Chiu)

Spinal Cord Stimulation Synonyms

Spinal Cord Stimulation, SCS

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