Ultrasound-Guided Permanent Implantation of Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) System for Neuropathic Pain of the Extremities: Original Cases and Outcomes

Abstract

In a small series of patients, a minimally invasive, ultrasound-assisted technique for PNS trial, and permanent PNS implantation proved feasible. Patients without adequate analgesia during neurostimulation trial avoided surgical incision and those undergoing permanent implantation were not subjected to the potential morbidity associated with nerve dissection.