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Successful Unilateral Ventro-Oral (Vo) Thalamotomy for Peripheral Post-traumatic Dystonia With Complex Regional Pain Syndrome: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Peripheral post-traumatic dystonia (PPD) and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) are both challenging conditions often stemming from trauma and, in some cases, coexisting. This complexity complicates diagnosis and treatment approaches. A case involving a woman in her 40s highlighted this issue - after a hand injury, she suffered from deformities and pain. Standard treatments were ineffective, but ventro-oral (Vo) thalamotomy brought significant symptom relief. Despite this success, treating PPD, especially when mixed with CRPS, remains difficult, and tailored approaches are crucial. Further research is essential to better understand and manage these conditions.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.83536

Authors: Yoji Kuramoto, Takaomi Taira, Shoichiro Tsuji, Takanori Kubo, Shinichi Yoshimura

Institutions: Hyogo Medical University, Kumagaya General Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Neurological disorders and treatments

Subfield: Neurology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4410083128