J Korean Pain Soc.  1999 May;12(1):162-162.

Discitis after Intradiscal Radiofrequency Themocoagulation in Patient with Chronic Discogenic Low Back Pain

• Park JS
• Kim JI
• Lee SG
• Ban JS
• Min BW

Abstract

We have observed discitis developed after Intradiscal radiofrequency thermocoagulation in a patient with chronic discogenic low back pain. Recently, it is becoming more common that pain-managers perform disc-manipulation or, a nerve block after penetrating a disc, so postprocedural infection of disc can be a problem. To prevent discitis, very carefull attention must be given to ensure aseptic conditions during this procedure. However, if it occurs, it needs to be treated properly. In this case, a good result was obtained by treatment with absolute bed rest, pain management, and antibiotics.

Keyword

Back pain, discitis, intradiscal radiofrequency thermocoagulation

MeSH Terms

Anti-Bacterial Agents
Bed Rest
Discitis*
Electrocoagulation
Humans
Low Back Pain*
Nerve Block
Pain Management
Anti-Bacterial Agents